Job Description

Position Overview

The Head of Finance is part of the Fronius UK Leadership Team. This position reports directly to the Managing Director of Fronius UK and is the responsible supervisor for two Finance employees. The Head of Finance works closely with local management and Fronius International (Austrian parent company) with regards to optimizing financial performance of the company and ensuring local level Accounting and Controlling procedures as well as reporting compliance. This position works closely with Fronius International with regards to forecasting, department budget planning, business entity taxes and reporting. The person is also the main point of contact for monitoring customer accounts, paying vendors, and collections.

Tasks & Responsibilities

National Expert in Financial Accounting, Taxes and Controlling Support the Managing Director in issues concerning Finance and Controlling Prepare and submit UK and Irish VAT returns Submit Irish Intrastat to the Irish accountant Manage customs accounts paperwork (PVA/C79's) Responsible for allocating and posting current transactions as well as for the maintenance of general and sub-ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed asset table, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, insurance records, monthly payroll ledger Responsible for analysis and examination of book entries and accounts Responsible for ensuring monthly and annual financial statements and reports comply with legal requirements, company policies and best accounting best practices Understand tax consequences and regulations with regards to shipping from the UK warehouse as well as from the Austrian warehouse (direct deliveries) to customers in the UK, Northern Ireland, the EU (i.e. the Republic of Ireland) and other third-party countries Responsible for the liquidity planning Responsible for Year End audit process Preparation of monthly and annual P&L and balance sheet analysis Preparation of annual budget requirements for the Finance and Controlling function Day-to-day management of the Finance team Supervise and train the Finance team members and ensure professional Finance and Accounting principles are followed Organize the Finance Department to promote optimum team effort and assist in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, accounting and budget Preparation and negotiation of all annual insurance renewals

Skills and requirements

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications Master's in Accounting advantageous Minimum of five years professional experience in Finance or Accounting, including advanced knowledge of Finance, budgeting, and cost control principles including generally accepted Accounting principles Demonstrated experience of budgeting, forecasting and profitability analysis/ Knowledge of government, national and local financial regulations, with regard to taxes and all applicable business financial requirements Experience in Finance and office management/ Previous experience in Team and Project Management advantageous Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Working experience with ERP systems; BaaN ERP system preferred Ability to work independently and as a team player Self-motivation with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic local and international team Solutions based mindset and adaptable attitude Willingness to learn and to undertake presence trainings at international headquarters as required Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to resolve conflicts Maintaining confidentiality Ability to analyze financial / controlling data, preparing reports and maintaining standards
To apply please follow the link : https://fronius.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Job_Board/job/Milton-Keynes/Head-of-Finance_REQ-10007813

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person