Summary

Guidewire is looking for an EMEA Finance Director to join our Global Finance team.Job Description

EMEA Finance DirectorReporting directly into the Global Finance Corporate Controller, you will be in charge of the controlling and supervision of multiple European entities, driving the quality of financial information within the region, managing a team of twelve, and representing Finance on regional matters.Responsibilities

Ensure that the business is managed against key financial targets and taking the lead in the resolution of any significant finance issues in the regionEnsure that there are strong effective financial controls across all offices and in line with group guidelines (e.g. AR/credit control, segregation of duties, payroll practices) and monitoring key balance sheet items (eg. cash, accruals, payroll, intercompany)Work closely with each of the businesses to challenge assumptions, ensure timely updates and help improve the overall reporting and planning processResponsible for keeping up to date with the latest developments in financial report, including US GAAP and IFRS, and ensuring the statutory reports and tax filings are filed on timeResponsible for ensuring that the finance function meets the needs of the global business, working effectively with the local business heads and complying with agreed finance processesEnsure strong management of all finance staff, including identifying development needs of key finance staff in EMEA, and ensuring that there is a succession planWork closely with, including regular communications and monthly results, corporate functions including Finance, Tax, Treasury, HR/payrollSupport the European Leadership team to develop and execute on a broad European business planProviding monthly and quarterly reporting, tax and internal control packages to US headquartersRequirements

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) who has operated as Finance Director of a technology company - preferably US basedExcellent leader of people with proven experience of driving high quality performance teamsExperience of working within a matrix environment, across multiple European countries is essentialExperience of understanding deal contracting process and the impact of deal provisions on financial reporting is desirableAbility to analyse financial data and draw sound conclusions and proposalsAbility to ensure best practice for the use of Finance systems across Europe and compliance with group requirementsTrack record of business partnering and working closely with a General Manager / Managing DirectorBe an enthusiastic team player with strong technical skills, an inquisitive and challenging approach, an exceptional analytical ability and a willingness to take ownershipChallenging but diplomatic style with the credibility to work at the highest levels across the organisationAttention to detail, able to work under pressure to deadlines and with initiative in a fast-paced environmentHighly effective written and verbal communication skills at all levels, credibility with senior management, resilience, adaptability, and the ability to learn new systems swiftlyAbout Guidewire

Guidewire is the platform PandC insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.As a partner to our customers, we continually evolve to enable their success. We are proud of our unparalleled implementation track record with 1600+ successful projects, supported by the largest RandD team and partner ecosystem in the industry. Our Marketplace provides hundreds of applications that accelerate integration, localization, and innovation.For more information, please visit www.guidewire.com and follow us on Twitter: @Guidewire_PandC.Guidewire Software, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, and believe that a diversity of perspectives, abilities, and cultures is a key to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks where its applicable to the position.

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