Finance Manager

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Food consumption is expected to rise by 60% in the next 20 years. Our challenge is to affordably and sustainably meet that escalating demand while global resources diminish.  Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

Are you a professional accountant with people management experience? Genus is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to lead a team of Graduate Accountants on a full-time, fixed-term basis starting immediately.

In the role of Finance Manager, you will support the Assistant Financial Controller for Genus ABS EMEA (Europe, The Middle East, Africa and Russia) to own and control the financial accounting for Genus ABS and Promar International.

Genus is implementing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP system globally. You will play a vital role in the regional implementation set within the next 6-months!

The role of Finance Manager offers hybrid working from the Genus ABS European Head Quarters. Opportunity to become a permanent member of the team is possible.

If you're looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career with a global business, apply today with your CV.

• Lead a team of trainee accountants responsible for all accounting entries in several Genus EMEA business units and support their development through CIMA and ACA qualifications as part of the Genus Sponsored programme
• Responsible  for all accounting entries in several Genus EMEA business units
• Prepare and validate monthly financial statements
• Complete or review of balance sheet reconciliations
• Submit half yearly reporting packs to the group finance function
• Maintain and review internal controls and processes to identify and address weaknesses
• Prepare monthly cashflow and foreign exchange exposure forecasts
• Liaise with external auditors
• Support the implementation of a new ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365)

• Qualified Accountant – e.g. ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience people manager

Location: Nantwich CW5 7JW and Remote | Hours: Full-time | Contract type: Temporary

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.