Finance Manager

A leading global shipping business is seeking a highly skilled Financial Reporting & Governance Manager to drive financial governance and compliance within their dynamic international operations.

About the Role: In this pivotal position, you will oversee the management of corporate finance policies, ensuring compliance with international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and internal controls frameworks. Your work will be crucial in safeguarding the integrity of financial processes and minimising business risks through the effective management of reconciliations and financial controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage corporate finance policies, IFRS compliance, and internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Conduct regular balance sheet reviews and supervise critical reconciliations, including revenues, taxes, and collections.
• Act as a liaison between finance departments and corporate functions such as Tax, Treasury, Risk, and Internal Audit.
• Lead and develop a team of Reconciliation Controllers and support junior finance staff.
• Ensure best-in-class financial reporting and support external audits, with a focus on reducing audit points and overruns.
• Collaborate with shared services to maintain balance sheet integrity and prevent hidden costs.

Key Requirements:

• ACA/ICAEW/ICAS Qualified Accountant with post-qualification experience in the UK.
• Extensive experience in IFRS, UK GAAP, and audit methodologies, with a proven ability to implement and maintain robust financial controls.
• Strong analytical skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify and address complex financial issues.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior finance staff, fostering development and team growth.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multinational environment, with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of UK legislation and the Companies Act, with the ability to identify and mitigate UK-specific risks.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a high-energy global shipping business, focusing on financial governance, reporting accuracy, and process optimisation. You will play a crucial role in maintaining robust financial controls and enhancing reporting standards across international operations.