Head of Finance

We are a family-owned company from Austria active in the electrical and electronics industry. With Fronius Welding, we are continually revolutionising welding technology, while Fronius Solar & Energy focuses on the best possible use of solar energy and optimising battery charging systems for intralogistics. We currently employ around 6,700 people worldwide and are always looking for new colleagues to join us in developing sustainable and forward-looking solutions.

Our outstanding
corporate culture
, which unites us despite all our diversity and individuality. Our Fronius spirit, our sense of togetherness, is always present. No matter in which area, whether in day-to-day business or at events: we are all part of the community.
We are Fronius.

We’re looking for an analytical and experienced person, to join and head our finance team at our head office based in Milton Keynes.

With your knowledge and skills, you will play a pivotal role in the implementation of our strategy to take Fronius to the next level.

• Be the National Expert in Financial Accounting, Taxes and Controlling
• Support the Managing Director in issues concerning Finance and Controlling
• Prepare and submit UK and Irish VAT returns
• Submit Irish Intrastat to the Irish accountant
• Manage customs accounts paperwork (PVA/C79’s)
• Responsible for allocating and posting current transactions as well as for the maintenance of general and sub-ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed asset table, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, insurance records, monthly payroll ledger
• Responsible for analysis and examination of book entries and accounts
• Responsible for ensuring monthly and annual financial statements and reports comply with legal requirements, company policies and best accounting best practices
• Understand tax consequences and regulations with regards to shipping from the UK warehouse as wells as from the Austrian warehouse (direct deliveries) to customers in the UK, Northern Ireland, the EU (i.e. the Republic of Ireland) and other thirds countries
• Responsible for the liquidity planning
• Responsible for Year End audit process
• Preparation of monthly and annual P&L and balance sheet analysis
• Preparation of annual budget requirements for the Finance and Controlling function
• Day-to-day management of the Finance team
• Supervise and train the Finance team members and ensure professional Finance and Accounting principles are followed
• Organize the Finance Department to promote optimum team effort and assist in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, accounting and budget
• Preparation and negotiation of all annual insurance renewals

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Finance or Accounting
• Chartered Accountant or Master’s in Accounting
• Minimum of five years professional experience in Finance or Accounting, including advanced knowledge of Finance, budgeting, and cost control principles including generally accepted Accounting principles
• Demonstrated experience of budgeting, forecasting and profitability analysis
  
  Knowledge of federal, state and local financial regulations, with regard to taxes and all applicable business financial requirements
• Experience in Finance and office management
• Previous experience in Team and Project Management advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Working experience with ERP systems;
  BaaN ERP system preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Self-motivation with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic local and international team
• Solutions based mindset and adaptable attitude
• Willingness to learn and to undertake presence trainings at international headquarters as required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to resolve conflict
• Maintain confidentiality
• Ability to analyze financial /controlling data, preparing reports and maintaining prescribed standards
• Contributory Pension Scheme (optional)
• Company paid private Health insurance (optional)
• Death in service policy
• Free on-site parking
• Free on-site gym
• Free fruit available to employees
• 23 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with long service
• Three day Christmas shut down which does not need to be taken out of your annual leave allowance
• Regular team social events and activities
• Discount scheme for retailers, days out and much more
• Family-owned company with shared values and long-term stability
• Access to e-learning courses and industry expert knowledge gathered since 1945

Are you ready for Fronius? Apply online now and become part of the Fronius family!