Finance Team Manager

Shimano Europe Group; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimano Iberia is seeking a Finance Manager to join our Madrid office. You will lead a four-person finance team, oversee accounting, reporting, controls, tax compliance and treasury, and serve as a trusted partner to the local management team.

You will drive continuous improvement, ensure IFRS and Shimano policies, and contribute to regional finance initiatives while coordinating with auditors, banks, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, RA, ROAC or equivalent) is advantageous.
• 3–5 years of progressive finance experience, with some leadership.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP 4 HANA.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations including GL, month-end close, statutory reporting and treasury activities.
• Ensure IFRS, local GAAP and internal policy compliance across the finance function.
• Develop and coach a high-performance finance team and drive process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/RA/ROAC)

Tools

SAP 4 HANA

Job description

Introduction

Shimano is looking for a Finance Manager to join our Shimano Iberia office.
As Finance Team Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the financial health, compliance, and operational efficiency of Shimano Iberia.
You will lead a team of four finance professionals and oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounting, reporting, controls, compliance, treasury management, and process improvement. Beyond managing day-to-day finance activities, you will act as a trusted business partner to the local Management Team, providing financial insights that support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth.
You will ensure that financial processes are executed accurately and efficiently, maintaining adherence to local regulations, IFRS requirements, internal control standards, and Shimano policies. In addition, you will actively contribute to regional finance initiatives, European accounting forums, and cross-functional projects aimed at driving continuous improvement across the organization.

The Challenge

• Contribute to the strategic, tactical, and operational plans for the Finance function and support overall business objectives.

• Lead all financial operations, including general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, statutory reporting, tax compliance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury activities.

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with IFRS, local GAAP requirements, and Shimano internal policies.

• Maintain a strong internal control environment and proactively identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.

• Manage cash flow, working capital, collections, and payment processes to support business performance and liquidity objectives.

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses, ensuring that management has clear visibility of financial performance and key business drivers.

• Manage external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and local regulatory authorities.

• Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Drive process optimization, digitalization, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency, controls, and scalability within the finance function.

• Contribute to regional and European finance projects and actively participate in European Accountants Meetings, sharing best practices and supporting alignment across Shimano entities.

• Ensure the team consistently delivers high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders while meeting all operational deadlines and compliance requirements.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, RA, ROAC, or equivalent) is considered an advantage.

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive finance experience, including some years in a leadership position.

• Experience managing the finance operations of a medium-sized commercial or distribution business.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls.

• Experience working with ERP (SAP 4 HANA) systems and financial reporting tools.

• Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial information into actionable business recommendations.

• Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented mindset.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively and influence decision-making.

• Experience working in an international or matrix organization is preferred.

• Fluent in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.

What do we have to offer?

Shimano and its subsidiaries offer a pleasant, informal working environment with colleagues who work well together, and are proud to work for Shimano. Next to good working conditions, Shimano offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging position within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment. Together we want to win therefore we have a strong focus on team achievement.