Job Description
About ClarksAt Clarks, we've been innovating since 1825. Today, we're a global business operating across multiple markets, driven by a shared ambition to become the brand of choice for our customers worldwide.Join us and you'll be part of a team shaping the future of our business, bringing fresh thinking, driving change, and making a real impact.About the roleThis is a pivotal leadership role within our Group Finance team, responsible for overseeing management accounting processes and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across our global business.Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll lead the delivery of month-end close, drive consistency in reporting across territories, and play a key role in strengthening financial controls and improving processes.You'll also lead and develop an international team, helping to create a high-performing, collaborative environment that supports the wider business.What you'll do Lead th e month-end close proce ss, ensuring timely, accurate and consistent reporting across all regionsOverse e group management accounting and balance sheet contro ls, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal policiesDriv e alignment of cost and revenue reporti ng across territories to improve transparency and comparabilityPartner with senior stakeholders to provid e clear financial insight and challengeIdentify opportunities t o improve processes and increase efficien cy across finance operatioMaintain a robus t controls environme nt, including balance sheet reconciliations and audit readinessSupport ongoin g finance transformation and systems improvementsLead, coach and develop a globally distributed teamWhat you'll bring Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)Strong experience in management accounting and month-end cl ose within a multi-entity businessProven ability to lead and develop te ams, ideally across different locations or culturesExperience working wi th senior stakehold ers, with the confidence to influence and challengeA proactive mindset, with a track record of identifying issues and driving improvementsStrong understanding of financial controls, balance sheet governance and reporting standardsExperience working in a global or complex organisat ion is advantageousERP experience (e.g. SAP) desirableWhy join Clarks Be part o f a globally recognised b rand with over 200 years of heritageWork i n a collaborative, supportive team environmentOpportunity to lead internationally and influence at scaleHybrid working with flexibility to support your work-life balanceThe chance to drive real ch ange and make a lasting impactMinimum salary: 65,000Maximum salary: 75,000TPBN1_UKTJ
