Finance Director

2 weeks ago

Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Cabi Full time

Job Summary

The Finance Director at CABI is a senior leader responsible for the overall financial management, strategy, and finance operations of the organization globally. This role involves leading the finance function to drive financial performance, manage risks, ensure compliance, and support strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement CABI's global financial strategy in line with corporate objectives, providing financial insights and recommendations to the executive team to drive business growth and profitability.
  • Financial Management: Oversee all aspects of the global finance function, including Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Pension, and Financial Reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of both Management Accounts and financial reporting in compliance with international accounting standards and regulations.
  • Operational Excellence: Optimize financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness, implementing and maintaining strong internal controls and financial governance across all regions, including policy development.
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, evaluating and modeling the financial impact of potential business transactions.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with global financial regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance standards, overseeing the organization's risk management framework, including enterprise risk assessments and risk register updates.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Build and lead a high-performing global finance team, providing mentorship and development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the finance function.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and regulatory authorities, communicating financial performance, risks, and opportunities to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

Key Competencies

  • Strategic Orientation: Ability to develop and implement long-term financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on developing talent and driving high performance.
  • Deep understanding of International Accounting Standards, financial regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong risk management skills with the ability to uphold adequate controls without stifling creativity and growth in CABI.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
  • Analytical Thinking: Advanced analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.
  • Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and build strong relationships across the organization.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities, and to work effectively in a global, multicultural environment.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) and an MBA.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior finance business partnering role.
  • Experience in leading and managing large, geographically dispersed finance teams.
  • Proficiency in financial software and systems, including advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems.
  • Proven experience in a global or matrix multinational organization, with strong relationship building skills.

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