We are looking for a CP Commercial Finance Lead UKI & BNL to be a trusted business partner to our the Head of Finance West and support both UK/Ireland and BeNeLux Leadership Team, providing financial guidance and leadership within UK/Ireland & BeNeLux, collaborating with cross-functional teams, effectively communicating complex financial information and driving business growth through data-driven insights.
The role ensures financial stewardship of the business while driving simplifications, digitalization and data-driven decisions.
What you'll do:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related discipline.
MBA, CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
8+ years of experience in commercial finance, preferably in the agricultural industry.
Proven track record in business partnering, financial planning & analysis, commercial finance and performance management. Working knowledge of IFRS accounting standards, particularly revenue recognition, accruals and provisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and present financial information to senior management.
Strong leadership attributes with the ability to influence without authority and capability to support in times of finance transformation.
Proficiency in digital and analytical tools, including AI-powered solutions, SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud), and SAP
Fluent English required. Dutch is a plus.
There's a preference for this role to be based in Cambridge, but other locations within the UK can be considered.
Syngenta’s site at Cambridge is the location for the commercial operations of Syngenta's Crop Protection, Seeds, Flowers and Lawn & Garden businesses in the UK and Ireland. Activities include sales, marketing, technical support, customer support, HR, Finance and administration functions.
What we offer
Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
Add info on hybrid working options if available for role
Flexible working, dependent on role requirements
Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
Learning culture and wide range of training options.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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At Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, we’re passionate about helping people in the vegetable industry succeed and putting growers at the heart of all that we do. Our energies are focused on creating solutions that help them get more out of their crops, now and in the future. A commitment in every seed. We do this by protecting seed, bulbs, or small plant quality from the start to enable growers to achieve the highest yield potentials in their operations; continually investing in R&D to bring cutting-edge innovations to the market; and striving to make a real-world difference through more sustainable practices on farms, in shipping, and at the grocery store.