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Are you ready to take the financial operations for a dynamic and innovative company? Our client  is seeking a seasoned Finance Director to lead their UK operations. This role offers the unique perspective to grow into a Chief Financial Officer position, making it an exceptional career advancement for the right candidate.

Why This Role Stands Out:

- Leadership and Growth: Take full commercial responsibility for the UK entity, overseeing Finance, Controlling, Tax, HR, and Legal functions. This role is designed for a hands-on leader ready to drive strategic and operational development.
- Strategic Impact: Influence the future of the UK business by preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with group-wide accounting policies, and aligning with consolidated reporting.
- Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge ERP and reporting systems and contribute to the optimisation and implementation of these systems.
- Team Development: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing local team, fostering a solution-oriented culture.
- Global Interface: Act as a key interface between UK operations and the Group CFO / Group Finance, ensuring seamless communication and strategic alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and liquidity planning processes.
- Establish and maintain effective project controlling, including variance analysis and monthly evaluations.
- Manage intercompany charging processes, including transfer pricing and tax-compliant execution.
- Ensure tax compliance and coordinate with local tax advisors and the corporate tax team.
- Coordinate internal and external audits, and manage risk and insurance matters.

Essential Skills and Experience:

- A university degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field with a focus on Finance, Controlling, or Accounting.
- A minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in a senior finance or commercial role, ideally within an international environment.
- Strong expertise in UK GAAP; CPA qualification is advantageous.
- Proven experience in project controlling, particularly within project-based industries such as construction, infrastructure, energy, or plant engineering.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- An entrepreneurial, pragmatic, hands-on, and assertive personality.
- A strategic mindset with robust analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both internal and external.
- Willingness to travel as required.
- Fluency in English; German language skills are a plus.

This role is a remarkable chance to shape the financial future of a leading EPC provider while advancing your career to new heights. If you possess the expertise and drive to excel in this environment, this could be your next significant career move.

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