Finance Director

This pivotal role encompasses the management of finance operations globally, and the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering precise, timely information covering financial and operational performance, business risks, and continuous efficiency improvements.

As a senior leadership position, we are seeking an individual with profound business acumen, robust financial expertise, and the capacity to enhance financial performance across diverse jurisdictions and markets within a dynamic, high-growth business environment. This executive will play a crucial role as the primary sponsor and driving force behind a substantial finance transformation initiative, reshaping a finance function to support long-term growth and strategic objectives.

Collaboration with the CFO, CEO, Senior Management Team, and the Board of Directors is integral to this role. Reporting directly to the Global CFO with a dotted line to the CEO, the Finance Director will be tasked with the following key responsibilities:

What you’ll do

• Lead a global finance department, aligning direction with business strategy and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Formulate plans, set targets, and monitor performance with a focus on internal controls and adherence to accounting standards. 
• Utilize financial analysis for decision-making, risk identification, and profitability improvement. 
• Collaborate with Senior Management to develop financial strategies, align resources with long-term growth objectives, and enhance competitive position.
• Liaise with global Finance function to optimize SLA execution and establish performance metrics.
• Adopt a holistic view of the company’s value chain, identifying opportunities that require attention.
• Act as key sponsor and driving force behind a transformative global initiative, reshaping financial processes for long-term growth and strategic objectives.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Provide strong leadership to the global finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and personal growth.

What you’ll bring

• Financial analysis proficiency for strategic decision-making and multinational growth initiatives.
• Relevant work experience in Financial and Professional Services.
• Senior management-level responsibility for firm/group financial records.
• Adaptability in financial strategies amid changing markets and regulatory demands.
• Recognized professional accounting designation (ACA/CA/CPA).
• In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS and audit experience (Big 4 advantageous).
• Expertise in consumption, corporate tax, and transfer pricing.
• Leadership and management skills for teams in multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

If you possess the requisite skills and experience for this challenging yet rewarding position, please send your resume through to Niamh | niamh@steppingstonesrecruitment.com