Head of Finance - Europe Union (Remote)

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One of our companies is currently looking for a Head of Finance in the European Union.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee the financial operations for the European subsidiaries of a rapidly growing biopharmaceutical company. You will play a key part in building out the finance function from the ground up, ensuring compliance with local requirements, and leading strategic initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of the organization, provide financial leadership, and partner with cross-functional teams to drive the company's success in Europe.

Accountabilities:

1. Lead and manage all finance operations for the European subsidiaries, including accounting, tax, and FP&A.
2. Ensure financial processes are compliant with local regulations and aligned with a strong internal control environment (SOX 404).
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams both in Europe and the US to establish and scale financial operations.
4. Oversee VAT accounting, statutory tax reporting, and transparency reporting within European countries.
5. Partner with the Corporate FP&A team to lead the budgeting process and periodic forecasting updates for the region.
6. Guide the preparation and review of quarterly financial reports comparing actuals versus budgets for each country and region.
7. Develop and implement policies to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure financial operations are scalable for future growth.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in business, Accounting, or Finance; CPA and/or MBA preferred.
2. At least 15 years of experience in finance, with a strong background in accounting operations, tax, and FP&A.
3. Previous experience managing a team and leading finance operations for a subsidiary of a US-based company.
4. In-depth knowledge of statutory tax accounting, VAT, and internal controls in a public company setting.
5. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
6. Proven ability to influence and implement new policies, procedures, and programs across global teams.
7. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
8. Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is preferred.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
2. Opportunity to work remotely with reimbursement for home office setup.
3. Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
4. Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
5. Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
6. Career growth opportunities as part of a rapidly expanding global finance team.
7. A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment with the ability to shape the future of European operations.