Company Description
Skechers, a leading global Lifestyle Brand, is seeking to appoint a Finance Director Nordics (core focus on Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland) for their company subsidiary in Esbjerg, un the West of Denmark.
This executive will be responsible for the overall Nordics Finance activity reporting directly to the Regional CEO. Key responsibility of the preservation of company assets, preparation of monthly financial statements as well as preparation of key internal reports that measure company performance in established business units.
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
Leads, coordinates and supervises the accounting team. Directs and manages the monthly close of subsidiaries' books. Accountable for preparing & supporting the SKX Nordics Budget Coordinates internal control and external audit activities. Provides leadership and direction to the Accounting team in the preparation and review of work products to meet closing deadlines, ensuring completeness and accuracy in order to comply with US SOX guidelines. Ensure accounting policies comply with the relevant accounting standards and that group policies are followed. Coordinates quarterly reviews and annual audits with outside auditors. Works closely with outside audit firms to monitor progress, answer questions, resolve issues, and ensure that audits are completed on schedule and within budget. Train, monitor and coordinate staff in the Company’s financial systems (OCF). Monitor closely the company’s inventory and depository accounts. Ensure timely payment of obligations and accurate and timely processing of payroll. Tax compliance including income tax, VAT and corporation tax. Preparation of annual statutory accounts. Cash management and treasury strategy to minimize foreign exchange risk (FX) in dealings with other Scandinavian Countries. Work with insurance carriers to seek coverage for all local insurance requirements and for business with other Countries. Risk Management & Insurance affairs. Carry out special projects such as Transfer Pricing Supervision of other accounting operation staff and clerks. Close Partnership with Regional Senior Leadership. Job Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and preferably a CPA Accounting management experience in a multi-national environment and at least three years in Public Accounting. Strong US GAAP knowledge and IFRS. Strong technical knowledge in desktop applications as well as ERP applications (Oracle Cloud Financials) Practical experience in external/financial reporting. Hands-on approach and proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Knowledge of tax and GAAP of Scandinavian Countries