Group Finance Manager

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Overview We are looking for a Group Finance Manager based in Spain, UK, Italy or Dubai. Reporting to the Group Manager, this role leads and manages all financial aspects for a Group of currently two businesses, with a current total turnover in the ~€25m range. Acquisitions of further companies are planned.

The Group Finance Manager will have 3 key areas of focus :

Responsibilities Business Partnering and Management Lead the monthly and quarterly financial review process (QSR) and annual strategic reviews. Proactively engage with the businesses to understand deviations, challenge business assumptions and provide advice to businesses on how to improve. Ensure our businesses execute on agreed improvements and track the execution.

Provide strategic financial leadership to the businesses. Recommend and lead efforts to improve ROIC, working capital and growth performance

Evaluate and challenge Project Bids, assessing pricing, market positioning and risks. Ensure compliance with Portfolio processes and parameters.

Build data models and trend analysis to assist the Group and Business Leaders in understanding the key business drivers.

Proactively respond to the requirements of the Group Manager to ensure all necessary tools and data to manage the businesses are provided (monthly summary reports, etc.).

Be able to step into a non-performing business, review and execute an action plan with the Business Leader for turnaround.

Develop and strengthen the finance organization across the Group, developing Finance talent, training BU Finance Managers.

Finance & Reporting Accountable for overseeing the accurate and timely monthly / quarterly financial reporting to ensure compliance of internal and external reporting with CSI requirements (IFRS).

Ensure efficient processes are in place in each business.

Drive the implementation of the specific systems required by the Portfolio to be implemented in each business (e.g., ERP systems) and also encourage the adoption of other local tools and systems that drive efficiency and data analytics.

Support internal and external audits and yearly statutory filings.

Ensure each business is in compliance with the Risk Management processes and audit best practice.

Stay abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance for the finance functions.

Acquisitions and Integrations Perform Financial Due Diligence on acquisition targets. Participate in commercial Due Diligence to assess the business drivers and key metrics of the acquisition financial model, such as Attrition, Pricing, Headcount.

Assist in the completion of the Investment Committee materials and presentations. Align the acquisition strategy and business goals.

Lead the financial integration for all new acquisitions in the Group. Implement Modaxo systems and processes in the acquired entity, onboard finance teams and ensure acquisition targets are achieved.

Complete all post-acquisition deliverables such as purchase price accounting, Net Tangible Asset audits, contingent consideration reporting and post-acquisition reviews.

Qualifications Educated to University level (Master’s degree), ideally in Finance, Business, Economics or Technology

Extensive experience in finance and accounting across diverse sectors

In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and applications in an international context.

Acquisition transaction and / or integration experience highly desired.

Experience within Software industry is preferred

Strong analytical skills, and detail oriented

Strong presentation and communication skills

Fluent in English. An additional European language, especially Spanish / Italian would be an advantage.

Energetic, highly proactive and results oriented

A “can-do” attitude taking ownership; prepared to be held accountable for actions, behaviors and targets

Availability for international travel primarily in Europe and Middle East.

Details Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Finance

Industries : Software Development

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