Your new company Your new company is a large global logistics group known for delivering fast, reliable supply chain solutions backed by advanced technology and a global distribution network. With a focus on precision, transparency, and customer care, they help businesses move goods efficiently across local and international markets. Your new role As the Finance Manager you will oversee all General Ledger and financial accounting activity for the EMEA region within a central Shared Service Centre. They lead the move toward standardised multi country accounting, ensuring strong controls, smooth month end close, and consistent processes. The role focuses on leadership, governance, and continuous improvement owning quality, compliance, and performance in a fast moving, increasingly automated environment, without handling day to day transnational work. You will ensure full compliance with US GAAP while meeting all applicable local statutory requirements. Maintain a robust internal control environment and remain consistently prepared for audits. Provide accurate and timely financial close deliverables each month, quarter, and year. You will lead and develop a team of EMEA Financial Accountants. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified and need a strong background in General Ledger and financial accounting across mufti country environments, along with solid knowledge of US GAAP and the ability to align with local statutory requirements. You should bring experience within Shared Service Centre operations, particularly in driving standardisation and process optimisation, as well as a proven ability to maintain rigorous internal controls and ensure full audit readiness. Success will require a track record of delivering accurate and timely month end, quarter end, and year end close results, combined with strong leadership skills and the capability to guide teams through ongoing transformation, automation, and continuous improvement. A governance focused mindset, attention to quality and compliance, and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly automated environment are also essential. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a salary of £65,000 along with competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work life balance. You'll be joining a forward thinking, acquisitive organisation where you can shape meaningful improvements, contribute to a high performing regional finance function, and develop your career within a dynamic, collaborative, and increasingly automated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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