Finance Country Manager

PURATOS; Parma; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading food company in Italy is seeking a Finance Country Manager to drive financial strategy and management. The role involves collaborating with the Management Team, guiding the Finance team, and ensuring efficient resource management. Candidates should have a strong finance background, leadership experience, and a track record in the food industry. This position is critical for achieving both short and long-term company goals.

Competenze

• Experience in people leadership across different styles and cultures.
• Track record of leading change activities within a team.
• Proven success in a Finance role within the food industry.

Mansioni

• Collaborate with Management Team to achieve financial targets.
• Manage and guide the local Finance team to meet objectives.
• Plan and organize the Finance function based on requirements.
• Ensure effective use of the company's financial resources.
• Recommend corrective actions and present decision-making information.
• Contribute to local finance community macro-objectives.

Conoscenze

People leadership

Change management

Financial analysis

Collaboration

Descrizione del lavoro

Finance Country Manager

Summary

As a member of the Country Management Team, the Finance Manager actively contributes with the General Manager and the Management Team to achieve the short and long-term goals for the company.

Main responsibilities

1. Collaborate, influence, and motivate the Management Team to achieve financial targets and build long-term strategic plans.
2. Manage, coach, and guide the local Finance team to achieve objectives.
3. Plan and organize the Finance function, considering both Group and Local requirements.
4. Safeguard the company’s financial assets and ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
5. Identify and provide corrective actions for adverse situations; make recommendations and present information for accurate decision-making.
6. Contribute to the definition and implementation of macro-objectives within the Finance community at the local level.
7. Promote effective collaboration between the Finance team and other company functions.

Finance management

1. Organize and manage accounting and data processing functions for reliable, timely administration and reporting in compliance with statutory, fiscal, and group requirements.
2. Ensure adherence to internal procedures to safeguard assets, including debtor management, stock control, cash management, trade creditors, fixed assets, and compliance with accounting principles.
3. Assist the General Manager with financial and business-related matters, supporting decision-making with relevant data.
4. Communicate financial goals and ensure accountability; work with management on cost control and reduction strategies.
5. Participate in budgeting and forecasting, consolidating budgets, analyzing data, and preparing reports.
6. Manage financing needs and optimize cash flow in coordination with Group treasury.
7. Promote the effective use of MRP and ERP systems.
8. Influence pricing strategies and align financial strategies with business objectives.
9. Collaborate with Operations to evaluate capital expenditure, review IRR, and minimize spending risks through supplier management.

Relevant key experiences

1. People leadership experience with the ability to work across different styles and cultures.
2. Experience leading change activities within a team.
3. Proven track record in a Finance role, preferably with experience in multinational and large local food industries.