Group Finance Control Director

Wall Street English; Badajoz; Híbrido; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A well-established global leader in English language education is seeking an experienced Group Finance Control Director for their Finance Team in Barcelona. This strategic role will oversee financial operations, ensure compliance with international standards, and lead a dynamic finance team to support the company's growth. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in international finance, strong leadership skills, and is proficient in financial systems. This hybrid position offers flexibility with the requirement of some international travel.

Servicios

Flexible work arrangement (hybrid)

International travel opportunities

Formación

• 8-10 years of experience in financial management in an international environment.
• Deep understanding of international financial standards and best practices.
• Fluency in English and additional languages are a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the finance team, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Coordinate and support global tax reporting and compliance.
• Oversee treasury operations and cash flow management.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Financial Management

Compliance

Financial Analysis

Treasury Management

Educación

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA)

Herramientas

Financial Systems and ERP Software

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Group Finance Control Director (Group FC Director) to join our Finance Team in Barcelona, Spain, and oversee the financial consolidation, treasury, accounting, compliance, and tax reporting for our global operations.

The successful candidate will report directly to the CFO and will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of all financial processes across our international entities. You will lead the finance team to align both local and international standards, contributing to the organization's strategic growth and long-term success.

What You Will Be Doing

Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, and ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Work closely with senior management, providing clear financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Collaborating efficiently with other finance team members is also key to success.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Lead the consolidation of financial statements for the group, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP) and delivering timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure all accounting activities comply with local and international regulations.
• Coordinate and support global tax reporting and compliance, working closely with external advisors to ensure efficient tax planning and compliance with local laws.

Financial Risk & Treasury Management

• Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow management, foreign exchange, and banking relationships, ensuring optimal liquidity and financial risk management.
• Work to foster standardization and consistency across business processes and internal controls in the different group entities.

Process Optimization & System Management

• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation across all financial processes.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, ensuring readiness for annual audits and maintaining strong relationships with auditors from Big 4 firms.

M&A & Strategic Support

• Lead financial due diligence with the support of external service providers, ensure accurate reporting, and support valuation analysis. Assist in integrating financial systems, aligning accounting practices, and ensuring compliance with regulations post-merger.

Your Profile

• Prior experience in a large international auditing firm is required, with a deep understanding of international financial standards and best practices.
• 8-10 years of experience in financial management in an international environment, with a strong background in consolidation, treasury, accounting, compliance, and tax reporting.
• A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP software. Strong understanding of IFRS, and tax regulations.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience in a franchise model is advantageous.
• Consolidation system implementation is a strong plus.
• Experience in M&A transaction and integration.

Work Arrangement :

• Hybrid (2 days in office / 3 days work from home). The office is in the city center of Barcelona.
• This role will require some international travel (up to 20%).

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