Finance Manager

N R Brothers Multitrade; Dijon; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

N R Brothers Multitrade is seeking a hands-on Finance leader to manage plant-level accounting and cost control. You will drive manufacturing costing, variances analysis, and MIS reporting, partnering with Production, Procurement, Stores, and Operations to ensure accurate financial data.

The role requires strong ERP fluency, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, with a focus on operational efficiency and cost optimization across the manufacturing function.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in manufacturing and cost accounting.
• Experience with product costing, variances, and inventory accounting.
• Proven ability to produce monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting.
• Hands-on with ERP/accounting systems and MIS dashboards.

Responsabilités

• Develop, maintain and review standard and actual product cost sheets.
• Manage GL, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and period-end closing.
• Prepare costing, profitability, gross margin and MIS reports.
• Lead ERP integration with Production, Procurement and Operations.
• Coordinate project finance, banking arrangements and audits.

Connaissances

Manufacturing accounting

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Budgeting & forecasting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

Cross-functional collaboration

MIS & dashboards

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Role & responsibilities

1. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

A. Manufacturing Finance & Cost Accounting

• Develop, maintain, and periodically review standard and actual product cost sheets.
• Analyze production costs, material consumption, labour, overheads, and manufacturing variances.
• Monitor actual costs against standard costs and budgets, identifying significant deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed costing, profitability, gross margin, and manufacturing MIS reports.
• Conduct periodic valuation and reconciliation of Raw Materials, WIP, Finished Goods, and production-related inventories.
• Partner with Production, Procurement, Stores, and Operations teams to ensure accuracy and integrity of operational and financial data.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved operational efficiency.

B. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Manage the complete accounting cycle, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, provisions, accruals, and period-end closing.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Company policies.
• Review account reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Monitor working capital, receivables, payables, and cash-flow requirements.
• Support the CFO in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis.

C. Management Information & Financial Controls

• Prepare and present periodic MIS and management dashboards covering revenue, costs, margins, working capital, inventory, and profitability.
• Establish and monitor appropriate financial controls to safeguard Company assets and ensure accuracy of financial information.
• Analyze financial and operational trends and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, and financial risks and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

D. ERP & Process Management

• Act as the Finance functional lead for the Companys ERP/accounting systems.
• Ensure effective integration of Finance with Production, Procurement, Stores, Sales, and other operational functions.
• Validate system-generated financial and operational reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Drive improvements in accounting processes, reporting structures, internal controls, and automation.

E. Banking, Project Finance & Audit

• Coordinate financial documentation and information required for project financing, working capital facilities, and banking arrangements.
• Liaise with banks, financial institutions, auditors, consultants, and other external stakeholders as required.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and ensure timely submission of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations and implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Support the CFO in strategic financial analysis and business planning.

2. MANDATORY CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Requirement

Immediate availability is mandatory for this position.

3. CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong expertise in manufacturing and cost accounting
• Proven experience in product costing and variance analysis
• Strong understanding of inventory and WIP accounting
• Financial reporting and month-end closing expertise
• Advanced MIS and management reporting capabilities
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills
• Strong ERP and accounting systems knowledge
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong internal control and compliance orientation
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and operational teams
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, integrity, and accountability

4. DESIRED CANDIDATE PROFILE

The preferred candidate will be a hands-on finance professional with strong manufacturing-sector experience, capable of independently managing plant-level finance and accounting operations while providing meaningful financial insights to senior management.

Candidates with UAE manufacturing experience and/or prior professional exposure in Africa will be given strong preference.