CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a multinational enterprise (MNE) engaged in various sectors such as Pharmaceuticals and FMCG and with operations in various European and CIS countries, we are seeking to recruit a Group Financial Controller to join our client’s team based in Larnaca.

• Responsible for group-wide IFRS, including yearly and monthly closing process of the group.
• Prepare reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and guide group audits, communicate with external auditors and group entities.
• Review of and reporting on financial and non-financial information.
• Provide high quality service to internal and external clients: relevant, accurate and on time.
• Coordinate the annual reporting process of local entities.
• Prepare and coordinate the Country-by-Country reporting and group-wide data collection.
• Implement and maintain group accounting and reporting standards and ensure IFRS compliant accounting processes.
• Liaise with accounting departments of other group companies in various jurisdictions.
• Involvement in technical committees
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness or timeliness through automation, simplification, or elimination.

• At least 5-10 years of previous experience in similar role, preferably in international top holding companies.
• Qualified ACA /ACCA
• Experience of leading and managing an international group of audit clients at Audit Manager level and above. Top4 experience would be highly advantageous.
• Vast experience of IFRS and international auditing standards is a must
• Participated in several technical knowledge group(s) on an international level.
• Ability to apply the standards in practice, including strong technical financial skills in accounting, control and systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to deliver clear and concise guidance and instructions to subsidiaries and other group functions.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels and contributing to a team, ability to be diplomatic and yet persistent.
• Cultural sensitivity, self-motivated and used to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Willingness to travel within Europe and to work as part of an international team located in different geographies.
• Highly reliable, trustworthy and loyal personality.
• Master Degree in Economics, Finance or in a related field.
• Experience of Oracle HFM is advantageous
• Knowledge in taxes, transfer pricing and VAT is a big plus.