As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fullerxe2x80x99s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Finance Manager (FM) is responsible and accountable for the content and accuracy of the financial ledgers and statements for the country by acting as the Chief Accountant / Financial Controller for US and local GAAP. This includes all areas of accounting (business and statutory) and compliance including AR, AP, asset accounting, payroll as well as VAT and Tax matters.The FM is also responsible for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of financial processes, systems and internal controls (eg SOX). The position requires close coordination with other H.B. Fuller functions in UAE, EIMEA and in Corporate and external service providersPRIMARY DUTIES40% - Develop and manage accounting, reporting, compliance, and control activitiesEnsure that the monthly and quarterly reporting requirements are met and that accounting and processes are in line with HB Fuller policies and local laws and regulations. This will be effected in partnership with EIMEA Shared Services.Establish and maintain forecasting process to ensure the timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and interim forecasts. Give ad hoc support to the requirements of the businessManage, implement and maintain the control system and SOX processes according the HB Fuller policies and local requirements.Support all tactical performance improvement activities.30% - Support profitable business growth through Business Partnering, decision support & financial planning & analysis (business reporting, forecasting& budgeting..)Participate actively in the India Management team and IMEA Finance Leadership. Provide proactive value conscience and risk management awareness to the businessFinance support to platform and market expansion activities. Support to local and regional staff in preparing business plans and then execution of those plans. This includes sales growth, supply chain and other business/investment initiativesBy developing, implementing and sustaining business and operational processes in a sustainable and compliant mannerImplementation of systems and tools to improve decision making and control in the businessProvide link between the business and the regional and corporate headquarters and other business functions15% - Legal, Tax and AdminCoordinate insurance, pension, treasury and all other legal entity and admin matters with appropriate regional and corporate functionsEnsure effective local direct and indirect tax processes and associated complianceEffectively manage compliance with US and local tax matters in close cooperation with corporate tax group15% - Personnel development and ways of workingDevelop and ensure an effective Finance team in UAEDiscuss and establish roles and responsibilities for local staff and counterparts in other functions and Finance shared servicesDiscuss and establish annual personal objectives for staff. Complete interim and annual performance reviews and development plans based upon direct reports execution of their responsibilities and progress against established personal objectives.EMPLOYEES SUPERVISEDDirect reports 3 to 5BUDGETARY/FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY2024 Sales budget exceeds xe2x82xac20 MillionMinimum RequirementsFluency in EnglishHighly motivated and self-directedHands on individual with pragmatic approach to challengesAbility to synthesise complex thinking processes in concise and simple statementsStrong knowledge of accounting, compliance, financial analysis and commercial finance conceptsIT literateSound general business knowledge and decision making skills.Experience in working close to Commercial and Operations TeamsTeam player with willingness to be held and hold others accountable for their commitments.Strong communication skills and able to influence other areas of the company with clear statements and recommendationsExperience in managing and developing staffExperience in Corporate tax, VAT, Import duty and tax law and general administrative mattersDegree in Accounting or Finance or recognized accounting/finance qualification.Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial analysis of multinational companies; 3 years of finance management experienceExperienced user of MS office packagePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSFluency in other languagesWorking knowledge in US GAAPExperience in growing markets and/or in growing an organizationProject management experience including ERP and systems implementationFinance Manager with team responsibilityWorking knowledge of SAPMBA and CMA/CPA certificationH.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.This job has been sourced from an external job board. More jobs on https://www.qureos.com/