As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Finance Manager (FM) is responsible and accountable for the content and accuracy of the financial ledgers and statements for the country by acting as the Chief Accountant / Financial Controller for US and local GAAP. This includes all areas of accounting (business and statutory) and compliance including AR, AP, asset accounting, payroll as well as VAT and Tax matters.
The FM is also responsible for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of financial processes, systems and internal controls (eg SOX). The position requires close coordination with other H.B. Fuller functions in UAE, EIMEA and in Corporate and external service providers
PRIMARY DUTIES
40% - Develop and manage accounting, reporting, compliance, and control activities
Ensure that the monthly and quarterly reporting requirements are met and that accounting and processes are in line with HB Fuller policies and local laws and regulations. This will be effected in partnership with EIMEA Shared Services.
Establish and maintain forecasting process to ensure the timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and interim forecasts. Give ad hoc support to the requirements of the business
Manage, implement and maintain the control system and SOX processes according the HB Fuller policies and local requirements.
Support all tactical performance improvement activities.
30% - Support profitable business growth through Business Partnering, decision support & financial planning & analysis (business reporting, forecasting& budgeting..)
Participate actively in the India Management team and IMEA Finance Leadership. Provide proactive value conscience and risk management awareness to the business
Finance support to platform and market expansion activities. Support to local and regional staff in preparing business plans and then execution of those plans. This includes sales growth, supply chain and other business/investment initiatives
By developing, implementing and sustaining business and operational processes in a sustainable and compliant manner
Implementation of systems and tools to improve decision making and control in the business
Provide link between the business and the regional and corporate headquarters and other business functions
15% - Legal, Tax and Admin
Coordinate insurance, pension, treasury and all other legal entity and admin matters with appropriate regional and corporate functions
Ensure effective local direct and indirect tax processes and associated compliance
Effectively manage compliance with US and local tax matters in close cooperation with corporate tax group
15% - Personnel development and ways of working
Develop and ensure an effective Finance team in UAE
Discuss and establish roles and responsibilities for local staff and counterparts in other functions and Finance shared services
Discuss and establish annual personal objectives for staff. Complete interim and annual performance reviews and development plans based upon direct reports execution of their responsibilities and progress against established personal objectives.
EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED
Direct reports 3 to 5
BUDGETARY/FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY
2024 Sales budget exceeds €20 Million
Minimum Requirements
Fluency in English
Highly motivated and self-directed
Hands on individual with pragmatic approach to challenges
Ability to synthesise complex thinking processes in concise and simple statements
Strong knowledge of accounting, compliance, financial analysis and commercial finance concepts
IT literate
Sound general business knowledge and decision making skills.
Experience in working close to Commercial and Operations Teams
Team player with willingness to be held and hold others accountable for their commitments.
Strong communication skills and able to influence other areas of the company with clear statements and recommendations
Experience in managing and developing staff
Experience in Corporate tax, VAT, Import duty and tax law and general administrative matters
Degree in Accounting or Finance or recognized accounting/finance qualification.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial analysis of multinational companies; 3 years of finance management experience
Experienced user of MS office package
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Fluency in other languages
Working knowledge in US GAAP
Experience in growing markets and/or in growing an organization
Project management experience including ERP and systems implementation
Finance Manager with team responsibility
Working knowledge of SAP
MBA and CMA/CPA certification
H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.
H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.