Harper May is partnering with a well-established international business headquartered in Southend, operating across multiple European markets through a network of trading and holding entities. The European division is a material part of the wider group and continues to grow across the region. As part of the ongoing investment into the finance function, an EU Financial Controller is being appointed to take ownership of the European entity accounting and reporting, working closely with Group Finance in the UK and local advisors across the European jurisdictions.The RoleReporting into senior Group Finance, the EU Financial Controller will own the day-to-day financial control for the European entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across a multi-currency, multi-jurisdiction structure. The role blends technical accounting depth with hands-on ownership, and offers genuine European exposure from the UK head office. It is a lean, capable team with strong Group support and a clear roadmap for the European finance function.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the month-end close and management reporting for the European entitiesPrepare consolidated European reporting into the Group finance functionManage multi-currency accounting, intercompany balances and FX exposureOversee statutory reporting, VAT and local compliance across the European jurisdictions in scopePartner with local finance contacts and external advisors across EuropeStrengthen financial controls, policies and process ..... full job details .....