Eua Head of Controlling, Tax and Treasury

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world. Griffith Foods is a global product development partner, specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve both global and regional food companies worldwide.

Purpose of the Role

The mission of the Finance organization revolves around three key areas: 1) protecting business assets, 2) providing timely and accurate insights and analytics to fuel business growth, and 3) supporting sustainable expansion.

The Head of Controlling, Tax, and Treasury will lead and coordinate accounting processes, tax and statutory filings, cash management, and external audits for Europe and Africa. This role involves high interaction with the Corporate Finance team, Europe & Africa executive management, HR, and IT leaders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Control and Compliance

• Serve as the primary contact with the global controlling team.
• Oversee monthly and year-end accounts, including supporting documentation.
• Supervise consolidated and statutory accounts, as well as corporate tax computations for all entities in Europe & Africa.
• Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements.
• Implement and review transfer pricing policies regularly.
• Lead audit engagements for European and African entities.
• Advise on legal and tax considerations for new entity setups.
• Maintain a robust internal control environment.

• Provide technical accounting guidance and coaching.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and control account management.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring adherence to policies and effective credit control.

• Coordinate with the global treasury team.
• Supervise daily cash operations and weekly forecasts.
• Manage cash pooling and oversee FinCo activities.

• Participate in the Europe & Africa Finance Leadership team.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of 14+ members, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Support health and safety standards.

Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or Finance; MBA is advantageous.
• Certified accountant (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) or experience in Big4 firms.
• At least 10 years of senior finance experience in an international setting.
• Experience with consolidation, cash management, and manufacturing cost accounting.
• Experience leading audits and familiarity with US GAAP.
• Strong knowledge of tax and transfer pricing practices.
• Proficiency in Excel, including macros and financial modeling.
• Analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience with D365 and BPC is a plus.
• Proven leadership in managing and developing teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex situations and deliver results under pressure.