Senior Finance Manager, Gross Margin – EMEA New Leeds, United Kingdom

Ninjakitchen; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in product design is seeking a Senior Finance Manager focused on Gross Margin performance to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role involves managing financial processes for the EMEA region and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements. Candidates should possess strong IFRS15 knowledge and team leadership skills to meet the demands of this challenging position.

Benefits

Competitive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase options

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role in fast-paced environments.
• Deep understanding of revenue recognition under IFRS15.
• Expertise managing customer rebates and incentive programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Gross Margin accounting across EMEA and optimize processes.
• Manage month-end process and deliver results for P&L accounts.
• Deliver insightful reporting to influence strategic decisions.

Skills

IFRS15 expertise

contract analysis

financial communication

team leadership

problem solving

Education

Degree in finance or related field

Job description

Senior Finance Manager, Gross Margin – EMEA

Leeds, United Kingdom

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .

Senior Finance Manager, Gross Margin – EMEA

Leeds (Hybrid 3 days in the office)

AtSharkNinja, we move fast, think big, and never settle. We’re looking for aSenior Manager of Gross Marginto join our high-performing Finance team and take charge of our EMEA Gross Margin performance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love diving into the details, and can lead with both precision and passion—this is your moment.

What You’ll Do:

• Own and driveGross Margin accountingacross the EMEA region, partnering with cross-functional teams to optimise processes.
• Be one of thego-to experts on IFRS15 revenue recognition, ensuring compliance and clarity in all revenue streams.
• Analyse and interpretcomplex commercial contracts, identifying financial implications and opportunities.
• Lead therebates and incentives processwithin accounting—tracking, validating and optimising for margin impact.
• Manage and mentor a team of 8 (3 direct reports), fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and collaboration.
• Manage the month end process as it relates to Gross Margin, delivering results to a tight timetable, managing and reviewing the Balance Sheet and P&L accounts
• Deliverinsightful reporting and analysisto senior leadership, influencing strategic decisions with data-driven recommendations.
• Be a partner in cross functional projects, advocating for the needs of the accounting team.
• Manage any Gross Margin related communication with external auditors, with continuous collaboration with the internal audit team, being the final reviewer of Gross Margin SOX controls.
• Collaborate with global finance and commercial team.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in asenior finance role, ideally in a fast-paced, consumer-focused business.
• Deep understanding ofIFRS15and its application in a commercial environment.
• Strong background incontract analysis.
• Experience managingcustomer rebates and incentive programs.
• A track record ofleading high-performing teams—you know how to inspire, coach, and deliver results.
• Exceptional communication skills—you can translate complex financials into clear, actionable insights.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Nice to have:Familiarity withSOX complianceand internal control frameworks.

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Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture [e-mail]

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