Finance Manager - FMCG

About Our Client
Our Client is a long-established business operating within the FMCG industry, focused on the importation, distribution, and franchise management of internationally recognised brands across Malta. The Company benefits from extensive sector experience and is currently prioritising sustainable expansion, operational strength, and high-quality service delivery supported by efficient logistics and strong commercial partnerships.

Role Overview
Our Client is looking to appoint a commercially minded and experienced Finance Manager to join its organisation during a significant phase of transformation and growth. This position offers a demanding yet highly rewarding opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in evolving environments and is motivated by improving processes, strengthening controls, and contributing to business performance.

The selected candidate will be instrumental in enhancing financial governance, supporting strategic initiatives, and modernising finance operations through improved systems and reporting frameworks. This role is well-suited to an individual who is confident in challenging existing ways of working, driving efficiencies, and supporting a forward-looking finance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance Operations Management: Take ownership of the day-to-day financial activities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency across all accounting processes.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare timely monthly management accounts and financial statements to support business decision-making.
• Cash Flow & Performance Monitoring: Track liquidity, working capital, and overall financial performance, ensuring effective financial planning and control.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Enhance budgeting and forecasting processes to improve accuracy and support strategic planning.
• Internal Controls: Review, strengthen, and maintain robust internal control systems across all financial activities.
• Process Improvement: Evaluate existing finance processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reliability.
• Systems Implementation: Support the adoption and integration of new financial systems, tools, and reporting technologies.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to statutory obligations, accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal policies.
• Audit Coordination: Lead and manage the annual audit process, ensuring full compliance and timely completion.
• Tax & Statutory Returns: Prepare VAT submissions, tax reports, and other regulatory filings as required.
• Financial Analysis: Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with operational teams to improve financial transparency and business efficiency.
• Reporting Structures: Assist in designing and implementing improved reporting frameworks and performance tracking tools.
• Change Support: Support management during organisational changes and contribute to transformation initiatives.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and introduce stronger controls and monitoring mechanisms.
• Team Support: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior members of the finance team where necessary.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Education: Fully qualified ACCA warranted Accountant.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance position within the FMCG sector.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Interpersonal Skills: Confident in building relationships across departments and working effectively with senior management and operational teams.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of financial reporting, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and management accounting practices.
• Organisation: Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Self-Motivated: Driven, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative in a changing and challenging environment.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues, challenge processes, and implement effective solutions.

What's on Offer

• Compensation: A competitive remuneration package aligned with experience and expertise.
• Working Hours: Standard full-time working hours within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.
• Other Benefits: Exposure to large-scale transformation projects, advanced operational systems, and significant career development opportunities.
• Career Development: Strong potential for progression within an expanding organisation undergoing strategic growth and modernisation.

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