Global Finance Leader — Architecture, EMEA/AP

PPG Industries, Inc.; Batley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company is seeking a Global Finance Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis in the EMEA region. This role involves leading monthly reviews, driving forecasting, collaborating with the leadership team, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting, possess strong communication and influencing skills, and demonstrate high learning agility. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and well-being benefits

Employee insurance coverages

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting required.
• Demonstrated success in setting direction and delivering results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• High learning agility is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly closing and business review processes.
• Drive forecasting processes including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with leadership on business strategy reviews.
• Capture and analyze market and economic data for strategy development.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve working capital and cash flow.
• Ensure compliance with global accounting policies.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis

Strong Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Executive Presence

Process Discipline

Learning Agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading global manufacturing company is seeking a Global Finance Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis in the EMEA region. This role involves leading monthly reviews, driving forecasting, collaborating with the leadership team, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting, possess strong communication and influencing skills, and demonstrate high learning agility. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.