Divisional Financial Controller - Europe

The Europe Divisional Controller leads and manages all finance and accounting activities for Angelcare’s European entities in Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting while supporting operational and strategic decision-making. The position provides leadership to regional finance teams and acts as a key business partner to senior leadership, ensuring strong financial governance, effective internal controls, and alignment with corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Supervise the preparation, review, and approval of accurate and timely financial statements for all European entities, ensuring they comply with reporting standards, legal requirements, and accurately integrate into the global consolidation of results

Financial Performance Review

• Review monthly and quarterly financial results with key stakeholders, compare them to budgets and benchmarks, investigate any differences, and ensure the reported data is consistent and reliable.

Audit Coordination

• Manage internal and external audits for all European entities as / when required, making sure documentation is complete, responses are timely, and all audit requirements are met.

Tax & VAT Oversight

• Check and approve VAT filings, making sure each country’s tax rules and reporting requirements are followed.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Keep track of liquidity, cash flow, and working capital for all entities.

Financial Analysis & Strategic Support

• Carry out detailed financial analysis, including reviewing profitability, identifying cost-cutting opportunities, assessing performance, and preparing business cases to support strategic decisions.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and support finance and accounting teams in Germany, France, and the UK. Encourage a culture of high performance, accountability, teamwork, and ongoing improvement.

Operational Finance Oversight

• Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes to make sure work is accurate, compliant, and meets company standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with operational and commercial leaders to confirm financial results, support business projects, and ensure finances align with operational needs and our strategic growth plan.

Process & Control Enhancement

• Create, implement, and continually improve financial processes and controls to boost efficiency, accuracy, and risk management. Handle and prioritize financial requests as they come up in a busy environment.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent European designation required).
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including leadership of multi-entity and multi-country operations.
• Expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, tax compliance, treasury and cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (i.e. SAP, Sage, Business Central) and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing and managing high-performing teams.
• Ability to operate effectively in a cross-cultural, global, matrix environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: From 80.000,00€ per year
• Work Location: Remote