Finance Manager

Leading global independent retail operator based in the North West with operations at over 5,600 sites across Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, North America and Australia is looking for a French speakingFinance Manager. This is a permanent role within the accounting and finance team.

ROLE of Finance Manager:

• Take ownership of all finance aspects of the largest revenue generating category: costs, overheads, fixed assets, revenue
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and provide first input into monthly management accounts
• Presentation of monthly numbers and provide senior management with concise and clear updates and ensure all issues are escalated in a timely manner
• Support Financial Controller in ensuring strong month end controls and adherence to deadlines to support wider group reporting requirements
• Support the understanding and investigation of variance analysis relating to actuals vs budgets and forecasts and work closely with the commercial team
• Develop strong cross functional partnerships with across various departments (Fuel Merchandising Operations and Maintenance Payroll HR)
• Other adhoc projects and tasks as required

PROFILE:

• Experience in a similar role.
• Audit experience.
• CIMA/ACCA or similar
• Experience of IFRS standards
• Strong analytical communication skills
• French would be a bonus but is not essential

SALARY:

• £55 to £60k negotiable and according to skills and experience plus bonus
• Very good benefits and working environment