Financial Controller, UK & Nordics

Job PurposeContribute to business performance via Financial and Business Planning & AnalysisEnsure efficient financial control according to legal, local and global policies and proceduresContribute to the maximisation of the mature portfolio via optimisation of commercial opportunities and reactive business development initiativesProvide relevant financial data to stakeholders, robust analysis and explanation of variances. ResponsibilitiesFinancial controlling and Business Partnering:Provide financial expertise and input to stakeholders: new projects, business cases, investments/divestments, acquisitions etc.Support the Budget and Planning Exercises preparation, coordinating with functional areas and ensuring UK and Nordics performance ratios are aligned with corporate guidelines.Execute monthly Reporting Packages, Net sales and Opex variance analysis.Manage monthly, quarterly and annual closings with Accounting and local auditors.Monitors and controls local accounting following corporate and local guidelines.Monthly reconciliation of the Nordic payroll.Accounting, Accounts Payable and Tax:Manage internal and external accounting guidelines (IFRS and local GAAPs).Liaise with external and internal auditors to obtain clean Audit Reports.Collaboration with Global Shared Services in HQ (Accounts Payable, Accounting and Tax).Manage local tax compliance by liaising with external tax advisor and Global Tax.Key CompetenciesOur vision and strategy: is committed to delivering the vision and goals.Value insight: Values and proactively shares and uses insights gained to support own decision making and, where relevant, that across the organisation.Be best self: Build an environment where self and team can achieve their best. Self awareness of own strengths and development needs and being proactive in seeking to improve performance through personal learning and support.Customer affinity: Understands the needs of and challenges facing customers and looks to provide collaborative solutions that build long term relationships and partnerships.Internal stakeholder collaboration: Recognition of the interdependencies among individuals and teams in achieving broader business objectives. Proactively looks to work with colleagues where shared responsibility exists and where collaboration can influence others' success.Business acumen: Understands how to obtain and use role relevant data and information, able to monitor and assess own or team performance while having a financial appreciation that is appropriate to span of control.Planning and organisation: Understands and prioritises individual and business goals while being familiar with the processes needed to achieve them. Can adapt when an alternative course of action is needed.Disease and product: Develop an appreciation of the external environment in which Almirall competes and a deep understanding of one's own area of responsibility. Constantly looks to keep up to date and keep relevant.Compliance leadership: Maintains a strong understanding of all aspects of the UK regulations and SOPs and delivers all activities within this context.Knowledge, Qualifications and SkillsQualified Accountant, CIMA, ACCA or equivalentMinimum of 5 - 7 years exerience of working in an international finance departmentExceptional analytical and strategic support skillsTrack record of consolidating financial results from multiple ERP platforms for the purpose of FP&A activities, Expert use of MS Office with special focus on ExcelAble to draw conclusions and communicate clearly, concisely and succinctly with othersFluent in EnglishA committed and effective team player with a 'can do' attitudeAbility to work under pressure without compromising on qualityFull driving licenceValuesCaringDedicatedDynamicExpertRequisition ID24007-Posted01/21/2021-GB - United Kingdom-GB00 - UXBRIDGE (LONDON)-Finance/Accounting-