Finance Controller - Europe

Description

• Oversee and manage timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closings
• Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting under US GAAP and relevant local GAAPs
• Lead and manage external audits and coordinate statutory filings
• Liaise with the global finance team to ensure consistency in financial data, policies, and reporting structures

• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasting for each European entity
• Oversee daily treasury operations, including payment approvals, and intercompany settlements
• Optimize working capital management across the region
• Manage banking relationships and local treasury compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with corporate income tax, VAT, and other local taxes
• Manage tax filings, payments, and relationships with local tax authorities
• Maintain and update transfer pricing documentation across jurisdictions
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local financial and regulatory requirements

• Establish and strengthen internal controls across all financial processes
• Drive standardization and harmonization of accounting practices across the region
• Implement finance SOPs and support audit readiness (internal and external)
• Support ERP systems implementation and enhancements to improve automation and financial accuracy

• Lead and mentor finance professionals across the European region
• Collaborate with global finance, operations, HR, legal, and tax teams to ensure alignment

• Master’s degree in accounting and finance
• OR ACCA or equivalent international accounting qualification (preferred)
• Minimum 12-15 years of progressive experience in finance or controllership roles
• Strong command of SAP systems (SAP ECC/S4 HANA)
• Advanced Excel knowledge
• English fluency required and Slovakian language native speaking.