International Finance Manager
Gleeds Corporate Services
Bristol, BS1
About this opportunity
We’re not just a construction consultancy, we're a catalyst for change.
Since 1885, we’ve been bringing to life new ideas and big visions for the built environment. In today’s fast-changing world, we’re continually connecting people, places, ideas and possibilities to make every day another step towards a better future.
The Gleeds international businesses have enjoyed much success and growth in recent years. Following this growth, we are now looking for a qualified finance specialist to act as Finance Manager for our international businesses, supporting our International Finance Director with business partnering, reporting and compliance.
You will need to be an ACCA or ACA qualified accountant, ideally with experience in practice and industry. You will be someone who thrives in a busy collaborative team, and can balance multiple competing assignments.
As this is a new role for our international finance team, we are looking for someone who works well exploring new areas. You will need to be a pragmatic, solutions oriented professional, who relishes navigating unchartered territory in this role.
As Finance Manager for our international businesses, you will work closely with the International Finance Director, finance teams in over 20 countries, and key stakeholders in our global businesses, including senior director & board level.
The role is likely to evolve as the finance team strives for continued improvement and requires a candidate who will be an integral part of that evolution.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supporting the execution of Group finance policies and monthly control procedures
- Review of monthly P&L and Cash Flow Group reporting submissions
- Supporting the preparation of monthly regional board reports
- Conducting periodic ‘deep dive’ financial reviews
- Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and three-year (rolling) budget
- Liaising with our local professional advisors and finance teams
- Involvement in resolving technical queries both from an accounting and tax perspective
- Central support of annual Group audit
- Undertaking project work pertaining to systems implementation
- Help ensure tax compliance across the group
- Support in tax planning activities in new and existing territories
- Support the bid process and other activities by providing / reviewing financial information as required
- Review business processes and controls to drive improvements and efficiency
- Pro-actively undertake ad-hoc duties as they arise to support the business
As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:
- Opportunities to develop and grow your career
- A contributory pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Our global travel scholarship programme
- Flexible working arrangements