Controlling, Tax and Accounting European Director

Controlling, Tax and Accounting European Director

Job description

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy.
We are present in more than 13 countries, counting with a solid combination of onsite/pipping, merchant and package lines of business across key industrial zones.

**The Controlling, Tax and accounting Director** will be located in the European headquarters, Madrid, with a direct report to the European CIO, also located in Madrid. This role is crucial for ensuring the proper functioning of the organization and leading its continuous evolution.

We’re looking for an exceptional individual with extensive experienc. You’ll need to show excellent
critical thinking skills, including the ability to quickly assimilate new information, identify patterns, make sound decisions and develop creative solutions.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Within an Finance matrix organization, the Controlling, Tax and Accounting Director will lead and manage all controlling, tax, and accounting activities.
- The Director will play a key role, ensuring the quality and timeliness of IFRS reports and statutory audits.
- He or she will manage the relationship with the audit firm at Corporate level and across Europe and conduct detailed balance sheet reviews and support M&A projects.
- Enhance organizational efficiency and develop the team to achieve better financial results.
- Manage European Insurance Program.
- Ensure proper Tax filing procedures across Europe and monitor and assist in Tax audits.
- Coordinate Transfer pricing preparation with local applicable rules and maintain the European Master File.
- Ensuring adequate corporate structure across the region and optimize European structure.

Job requirements

**Background**
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in Big four audit, and at least 5 years of experience in similar role.
- MBA master’s degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA /ACCA or ACA) will be valuable..

**Required skills**
- Language requirements: full professional proficiency in English and spanish is mandatory; knowledge of any other European language is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate to a variety of audiences across business function and level, tailoring messages appropriately.
- Ability to take initiatives, with desire and flexibility to take ownership and drive key topics.
- Positive attitude, desire to learn, self-motivated and effective team player.

**Others**
- Travelling may be required up to 20% of the time.

About Us

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Making life better through gas technology.

What can you expect from us?

We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.

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