Group Finance Manager - Consolidations and Financial Planning

• Consolidations experience required
• 15 month Fixed Term Contract

About Our Client

The hiring company is a well-established organisation within the FMCG sector. As a medium‑size company, they are known for their structured approach to financial management and commitment to operational excellence. This is a group role reporting into EU HQ.

Job Description

Lead Group Consolidation & Reporting

• Oversee the full consolidation process for managerial and statutory reporting, including IFRS‑compliant statements, adjustments, eliminations, and monthly shareholder reporting.

Drive Planning Cycles & Corporate Budget Control

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting timelines and submissions, own corporate overhead budget management, and ensure disciplined cost control, variance analysis, and accurate forecasting.

Provide Insightful Financial Analysis

• Deliver high-quality financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders across consolidation, planning cycles, and ad‑hoc requests, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.

Maintain and Enhance the Group Reporting Framework

• Own consolidation structures, entity scope, intercompany eliminations, and ensure reporting systems remain accurate, sustainable, and fit for purpose. Lead continuous improvements across processes and tools.

Leadership, Controls & Audit Management

• Lead and develop a team of three, uphold a strong internal control environment, and manage interactions with internal and external auditors to ensure seamless audit readiness.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Group Finance - Consolidations professional should have:

• Strong technical knowledge of multinational group consolidation, IFRS, tax reporting, and complex reporting structures.
• High proficiency in SAP, BPC, Excel, and analytics tools; experience with alternative consolidation or planning solutions advantageous.
• Proven ability to turn complex financial data into clear, concise insights and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated people leadership, team development experience, and an operational excellence approach to improving processes and reporting.
• ACCA/ACA/CIMA (or equivalent) with 8‑10+ years post‑qualification experience in group reporting, consolidation, and financial planning within global environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from €85,500 to €95,000
• Opportunity to work within a well‑structured organisation in the FMCG sector.
• Exposure to complex financial consolidation processes.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Fixed‑term contract with potential for career progression and retention bonus.
• Hybrid working

If you are looking for a rewarding role in accounting and finance, apply today to join the team and make an impact in the FMCG industry.