Finance Manager Infrastructure
- Full Time
- Bucharest
Infrastructure
FINANCE MANAGER
Bucharest
THE COMPANY
Our client is a leading player in the European infrastructure industry, with a strong presence across multiple countries and a well-established reputation for excellence over the last 59 years. They work closely with local communities and city councils to provide a high-quality parking experience, ensuring customer satisfaction in key European cities.
THE ROLE
We are searching for a Finance Manager who will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the company.
Reporting directly to the Country Manager and to the Group CFO, you will oversee a team of two accountants and collaborate closely with the HQ in Brussels. Your responsibilities will encompass overseeing financial reporting, managing compliance with local and international regulations, and ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient financial processes, particularly monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting. The role also involves working with the operational and project management teams during budget and reforecast cycles.
You will be responsible for implementing process improvements, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting the company’s long-term financial strategy.
This position is ideal for a proactive financial leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is keen to contribute to the company’s growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Oversee the daily financial operations of the company, including cash flow management, budgeting, and financial reporting. You will ensure all financial data is accurately maintained in SAP S4 Hana and assist in the timely submission of reports to HQ.
- Manage the entire month-end closing process, ensuring a fast close on the 2nd working day of each month and quarterly reporting by the 10th calendar day.
- Collaborate on budget and reforecast processes, working with the project management team as needed.
- Accounting and Compliance: Prepare and reconcile financial statements in compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations. Coordinate tax calculations and annual audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Take responsibility for the accurate and timely submission of financial information for audits and compliance reports.
- HR & Payroll: Oversee payroll operations in SAGA, managing all related tax declarations and employee contracts, ensuring compliance with local labor laws. Internalized payroll and HR processes include contract management and additional documentation templates for the team.
- Process Improvement & Analysis: Propose and implement improvements in financial processes, aiming for cost reductions and greater operational efficiency. You will also support the development and analysis of business plans for new projects, providing insights and recommendations for optimizing activities.
- Collaboration with Global Teams: Maintain regular communication with the HQ in Brussels, collaborating with the Group CFO and their team. The role requires attendance at biannual finance meetings held in different countries within the Group.
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in a finance management role, with experience in overseeing accounting and financial reporting operations in a corporate setting ideally in property management, real-estate, facility management or construction / infrastructure companies.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in SAP S4 Hana.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and local tax regulations.
- Excel Expertise: Due to the high volume of reporting and financial work done in Excel, advanced skills in Excel are essential for success in this role. You will be responsible for preparing detailed financial reports and models.
- Leadership Skills: Experience in managing a small finance team and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments and global teams.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities: A proactive approach to identifying financial risks and opportunities, with attention to detail and a focus on improving financial processes.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of working closely with various departments, HQ teams, and external auditors.
- Fluent in English.
ATTRACTIVE ASPECTS
- Work within a dynamic and expanding multinational team.
- Modern office located in a central area of Bucharest.
- Opportunity to contribute to the strategic financial direction of a major European player in the infrastructure sector.
Application Process: If you meet the above criteria and are excited to contribute to a growing company, we encourage you to apply with your updated CV in English language. We look forward to exploring how YOU can make a difference.
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