Finance Manager Iberia

We are looking for an experience Finance Manager for Iberia to streamline our accounting operations, enhance financial reporting, ensure compliance with local and Group regulations, and lead finance transformations in alignment with Somfy's strategic goals.

This position is focused on process optimization and transformation management within the finance department, related to several strategic projects. You'll report to the France and Southern Europe Finance Manager.

Your mission: 
Champion the finance function across Iberia leading a team of 7 people located in Spain and Portugal, ensuring accurate IFRS and local compliance, spearheading monthly, half-yearly and annual closings, and managing internal and external audits. Oversee and contribute to statutory consolidation. Expect to lead with innovation, automating and simplifying processes, and providing outstanding financial stewardship.

Key Duties:

1. Team Management :

• Lead the local teams, allocating tasks, giving support, developing skills and assessing performance to meet organizational goals.

2. Finance Transformation:

• Contribute for the finance function to the project of integrating 2 companies into an existing SAP system
• Facilitate coordination between the accounting, controlling and reporting functions which have recently been separated in the global reorganization of the function. Coordinating with global teams and elevate the financial reporting and analytics capabilities.
• Review and enhance financial systems, advocating for automation and leading projects aimed at increasing efficiency.

3. Accounting Oversight:

• Lead Iberic  accounting, ensuring adherence to local and IFRS standards for timely and precise financial reporting.
• Manage external audits and maintain compliance with diverse regional tax laws and corporate policies.

4. Financial Compliance and Control:

• Implement stringent internal controls and policies in collaboration with audit teams to mitigate financial risks.
• Coordinate regulatory compliance efforts, ensuring governance standards are met and tax filings are accurate.

5. Strategic Leadership:

• Provide the manager with critical financial insights, while nurturing a culture of excellence and improvement across finance teams.
• Support merger and acquisition financial assessments and integrations.

The ideal candidate thrives on process improvement, problem-solving, and can effectively manage remote and local teams. Join us in an open, flexible work setting where finance transformation is the forefront.

Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership with a track record of managing diverse teams.
• Deep understanding of local/IFRS, taxation, and compliance.
• Capacity for strong project management in finance transformation initiatives.
• Strategic mindset focusing on financial process alignment with business objectives.
• Exceptional communication skills, influencing abilities, and analytical acumen.
• Detail-oriented, with a hands-on and organized approach.
   

• Master’s degree in Finance or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Professional accounting accreditation (e.g., ACA, ACCA).
• A minimum of 10-15 years in finance with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Languages required: Spanish and English. Catalan and Portuguese are considered a plus.
• Experience working with SAP required.

• Competitive salary 
• Permanent contract
• Health and Life Insurance
• A dynamic, flexible work environment in a company that values innovation and professional growth 
• Hybrid model 

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Somfy España is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and an inclusive environment, free from discrimination based on gender, origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal or social condition. All candidates are welcome to apply.