Finance Director - EMEA Seating

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial strategy across the EMEA region. This pivotal role involves driving financial planning, compliance, and operational support while fostering a high-performance culture within the finance team. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in senior finance roles within a US multinational manufacturing environment, demonstrating expertise in US GAAP and European accounting standards. Join a dynamic team where your insights will directly influence business decisions and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior finance roles in a multinational manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and European accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and reporting for the European region.
• Oversee compliance with local tax laws and audit standards.
• Partner with operations and sales to drive performance improvements.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Financial Analysis

Budget Management

US GAAP

ERP Systems

Advanced Excel

Business Partnering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

AX Dynamics

SAP

Oracle

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Finance Director - EMEA Seating, northamptonshire

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Client:

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.

Location:

northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Main Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead all financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for the European region.
• Fulfil a key role in the European leadership team, contributing to business planning, investment decisions, and operational strategy.
• Develop and manage regional budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Identify risks and opportunities and advise on corrective actions to support business goals.

Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in accordance with local statutory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, audit standards, and financial regulations in all European jurisdictions.
• Manage statutory audits and liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and legal advisors.
• Work with HQ finance teams to ensure seamless consolidation and global reporting alignment.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines on routine and ad hoc requests.

Business Partnering & Operational Support

• Partner with Operations, Sales, HR, and Procurement functions to provide financial insights and drive performance improvements.
• Support plant-level teams in cost accounting, margin analysis, and working capital management.
• Monitor and reporting out the on KPIs and provide actionable insight to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Create and present monthly business reviews to senior management.
• Lead and develop a regional finance team, including country controllers and accountants
• Foster a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Drive process harmonization and automation across the region to increase efficiency.
• Support ERP optimization and integration initiatives in collaboration with IT and HQ finance teams.
• Champion best practices in internal controls and financial governance

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in senior finance roles, within a US multinational manufacturing business.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, local European accounting standards, and tax compliance.
• Experience working within multi-country operations and teams in a matrixed organization.
• Proven ability to lead financial strategy, business partnering, and process improvement.
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., AX Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Willingness to travel across European sites as needed