EMEA Finance Manager | Hybrid, Inventory & Margin

WE United; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Onsite parking

Flexible hybrid working

EV Car Scheme

Job summary

Farnell, an Avnet company, is seeking a Finance Manager for the EMEA region in Leeds. The role is hybrid, combining 2 days from home with 3 days in the office, reporting to the Finance team. You will lead general ledger, margin and inventory accounting with a focus on accurate month-end close and SOX controls.

The ideal candidate is qualified or QBE with extensive accounting experience, strong Excel skills and ability to collaborate across teams. A competitive package is offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified or QBE with experience in general ledger and financial records.
• Experience with inventory and Gross Margin accounting.
• Strong month-end close experience.
• Excellent analytical and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate monthly Gross Margin Accounting for Farnell EMEA.
• Ownership of Farnell EMEA inventory valuation & related SOX requirements.
• Line management responsibility of the Margin Accountant.
• Work with the wider business on inventory & Gross Margin issues, resolving accounting questions.
• Prepare journal entries, provisions, accruals, and finance queries.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations & monthly closings.
• Active role in period-end close and coordinating with overseas BPO as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Provide coverage for the Senior Finance Manager when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General ledger

Inventory accounting

Gross Margin accounting

SOX compliance

Month-end close

Excel

Education

Qualified or QBE (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Farnell, an Avnet company, is seeking a Finance Manager for the EMEA region in Leeds. The role is hybrid, combining 2 days from home with 3 days in the office, reporting to the Finance team. You will lead general ledger, margin and inventory accounting with a focus on accurate month-end close and SOX controls.

The ideal candidate is qualified or QBE with extensive accounting experience, strong Excel skills and ability to collaborate across teams. A competitive package is offered.