Location: Hum na Sutli, Croatia (full time on site)

Department: Finance

Are you ready to take the helm of our financial operations at Vetropack Straža d.d.?

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance to lead our finance and controlling operations. If you have a track record of financial leadership within a manufacturing context, we want you to join us!

Position Overview:

As the Head of Finance at Vetropack Straža d.d., you will oversee all financial and controlling aspects of our business according to local and Vetropack Group standards. Your responsibilities will encompass financial accounting, supplier payments, accounts receivable monitoring, tax compliance, and annual audits following both local and Swiss GAAP. This role requires a collaborative approach to ensure synergy between financial and operational divisions, enhancing overall business efficiency and profitability.

Key responsibilities:

Monitoring and ensuring the functional purpose of the Finance, Cost Accounting, Controlling, Accounting and General Administration departments in Vetropack Straža d.d.; coordination between the Finance and Controlling departments; ensuring constructive cooperation with the specialist departments.

• Strategic Finance Management: Oversee all aspects of financial planning, management, and analysis. Ensure the effective functioning of Finance, Accounting, Controlling, and Administration departments.
• Controlling: Lead robust financial analysis including results, situation, cost, and profitability analyses. Develop investment calculations, promote cost awareness, and enhance profitability across departments. Manage financial statements preparation and present FICO agendas at Board meetings.
• Accounting: Overall responsibility for truthful, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and income statements. Oversee tax filings and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Auditing: Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with both local and Swiss GAAP. Take active part in company assets control and inventories checks.
• Liquidity and Risk Management: Supervise the liquidity management, maintaining optimal cash flow to support business operations.
• Team development: lead a team of experienced controlling and accounting professionals, enhance team performance and foster a productive and collaborative work environment.
• Continuous improvement: optimize work and continuously improve processes ensuring compliance with group standards and local regulations.

Requirements:

• A university degree in Business and Economics; specialization in Finance is highly preferred.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in Finance, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior financial management role within a production company.
• Previous experience in an international company is strongly advantageous.
• Proficiency in English (C1 level minimum).
• Experience with SAP software is highly beneficial.

Successful Candidate:

• Extensive financial management experience and a strategic mindset.
• Proven ability to build and manage successful teams.
• Results-driven professional with exceptional analytical and communication skills.

Why join our team

• Work on an international level with Vetropack's presence across Europe, fostering multicultural connections and collaboration.
• The opportunity to drive financial strategies and make impactful decisions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored to experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and meet the requirements, please submit your resume and a cover letter in English language explaining your interest and suitability for the role though Vetropack Career Site. Kindly answer the questions in the online application form. Job posting is open until May 19th 2024.

Selection Process:

The selection process will include a review of applications, interviews, and possibly assessments or presentations, as determined by the hiring team. We will contact only the shortlisted candidates for further evaluation.

We thank all applicants for their submissions.

Look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our Vetropack family.

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