Senior Finance Manager

Schneider Electric

Senior Finance Manager

£55000

Schneider Electric, Newtown, Cambridge

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 1 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 8e28011de9584cf893dd4ad0d2bcee09

Full Job Description

Responsible for the preparation of the AVEVA group consolidated results for monthly internal reporting and group reporting to Schneider Electric in line with the group reporting timetable :

Full actual reporting package to Schneider (IS and BS including movements)

Cashflow reporting

Additional disclosure reporting as required by Schneider phased closing

This position Reports to the Group Reporting Director, Responsible for the preparation of the AVEVA group consolidated results for monthly internal reporting and group reporting to Schneider Electric in line with the group reporting timetable :

Full actual reporting package to Schneider (IS and BS including movements) Cashflow reporting

Additional disclosure reporting as required by Schneider phased closing timetable

Working closely with the finance operations team, regional heads of finance and internal audit to improve processes and controls around the financial reporting close, including : system validations;

HFM access and locking controls; automation; reconciliations; review processes; and change management.

Support alignment activities between Schneider and AVEVA for all financial reporting requirements.

Supporting the external audit process, interacting with the audit team, and providing relevant documentation

Supporting the Group Accounting team objectives in consolidating group financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards and making sure that the consolidated adjustments are calculated accurately and documented to an auditable standard

Implement new structures, processes and controls that drive operational effectiveness in the organisation, balancing the need for accuracy, timeliness and control.

Accounting Qualification or similar

5yr post qualification experience (preferably in a multinational organisation)

Strong understanding of IFRS accounting standards

Experienced in consolidation accounting

Experience of implementing systems and / or process change

Able to comply with documented processes and procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Organised and able to manage time and meet deadlines.

Self starter and attention to deal with good communications skills

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals safely, efficiently and more sustainably.

We're the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we've been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We've also recently been named as one of the world's most innovative companies.

If you're a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more at

This position Reports to the Group Reporting Director.

The position will collaborate with wider group accounting, business finance teams, Entity financial controllers and regional heads of finance.