Rutherford Cross
Published
June 23, 2014
Job Type
Region
Scotland & UK
Sector
Industry & Commerce
Specialism
Financial Leadership and Control
Description
Our client is a global market leader with their EMEA headquarters based in Glasgow. Due to an internal promotion, they are seeking a qualified accountant, ideally from a large corporate background, to fulfil the role of Finance Manager. This is a broad, strategically focused role giving exposure to business partnering, change management and people development.
Main responsibilities will be:
- Developing a strategy for a whole department dealing with EMEA accounts payables
- Allocating resources within the department
- Developing and implementing processes, ensuring quality of customer communication
- Reviewing existing processes and introducing improvements
- Managing control systems and procedures
- Maximising opportunities to improve cash management processes
- Managing a team, allocating activities, coaching, developing and delegating, according to agreed goals and performance indicators
- Proactively managing process performance, taking into account compliance issues
- Accounts payables project management, organising resources and schedules, with a view of improving processes and procedures
- Building strong relationships with larger clients and internal stakeholders
- Ensuring the highest possible standard of customer service
- Monitoring and preparing monthly profit plans
- Liaising with other members of the senior management team in achieving overall organisational goals
To apply for this role, you should possess the following skills and attributes:
- A qualification in accountancy and extensive accounts payable knowledge
- Proven experience in managing a finance team/ department
- Strong leadership and strategic development skills
- Proven track record in introducing process improvement measures and managing and communicating issues
- High business acumen, ability to develop internal and external relationships
- Project management skills
- Skilled communicator, able to relate to people across all countries, cultures and backgrounds
- Exceptional organisational skills
In return, you will receive an excellent financial package, including outstanding benefits and training and development opportunities.
To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Mark Lewis at Rutherford Cross.
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