Finance Operations Lead, Western Europe

Opella; Barcelona; Sur place; EUR 69 000 - 92 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Opella in Barcelona, Spain, seeks a Zone Head of Finance Operations, Western Europe, to lead finance operations, accounting, statutory reporting, compliance and governance across multiple countries. You will partner with local finance teams, shared services and global stakeholders to ensure accurate financial information and strong controls.

The role requires strategic thinking, cross-border collaboration and a track record of delivering process improvements in complex environments.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading finance operations, accounting, audit, or financial reporting activities within an international and multi-country environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, statutory reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance, including IFRS and local accounting requirements.
• Experience working with shared services or global business services organizations and managing complex stakeholder networks.
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence senior stakeholders, and navigate change in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance operational excellence and strategic priorities.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualifications are considered a plus.
• Fluent English required; additional European languages are advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Lead finance operations across multiple countries, ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and timely financial close activities.
• Maintain strong governance and control environments, ensuring readiness for internal and external audits and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
• Partner with shared services and local finance teams to deliver high-quality finance operations and continuously improve efficiency, consistency, and service levels.
• Provide expert guidance on accounting, reporting, tax, treasury, and regulatory matters to senior Finance leaders and business stakeholders.
• Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process harmonization, digitalization, automation, and system implementations across the region.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a diverse team of finance professionals, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives such as business integrations, organizational changes, and performance improvement programs.

Connaissances

Fluent English

Formation

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Description du poste

Opella in Barcelona, Spain, seeks a Zone Head of Finance Operations, Western Europe, to lead finance operations, accounting, statutory reporting, compliance and governance across multiple countries. You will partner with local finance teams, shared services and global stakeholders to ensure accurate financial information and strong controls.

The role requires strategic thinking, cross-border collaboration and a track record of delivering process improvements in complex environments.