- Education & Certification: Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA are highly preferred.
- 5+ years of senior financial management experience in Europe.
- Proven Track Record: Must have direct experience in setting up European subsidiaries/branches from scratch.
- Industry Expertise: Solid background in a Trading Company environment is mandatory (e.g., commodities, cross-border e-commerce, or wholesale distribution).
- Technical Skills:
- Deep understanding of European tax laws (specifically VAT and Corporate Income Tax).
- Strong grasp of the "three-way match" (cash, goods, and information flow) in a trading context.
- Soft Skills:
- Languages: Native or professional fluency in English is required; proficiency in a second European language (e.g., German, French) is a significant advantage. xugodme
- Competencies: Entrepreneurial mindset, highly self-driven, and capable of navigating the ambiguity of an early-stage international rollout.
Head of Finance, Europe - Vigo - CGL Consulting Co., Ltd
Descripción
We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Head of Finance (Europe) to lead financial strategy and operations across the European continent. As a key pioneer in our global expansion, you will be responsible for the "zero-to-one" establishment of our European entities, ensuring full financial compliance and driving operational excellence.
Sea uno de los primeros solicitantes, lea la descripción completa del puesto a continuación y luego envíe su candidatura para que sea considerada.Core Responsibilities:
Entity Setup & Expansion: Lead the end-to-end process of establishing new legal entities in Europe, including tax registration, bank account openings, and the recruitment of local finance teams.
Full-Spectrum Financial Management: Oversee all financial activities within the European region, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting (IFRS/Local GAAP), and cash flow management.
Trading-Specific Compliance & Tax: Design and optimize cross-border transaction structures, VAT compliance frameworks, and transfer pricing strategies.
Risk Mitigation: Establish robust internal control systems to manage credit risks, foreign exchange (FX) exposure, and working capital cycles inherent in high-volume trading operations.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary liaison with European tax authorities, auditors, banks, and legal advisors to ensure the business remains compliant with all local regulations.
Candidate Requirements:
Professional Experience: