Finance Manager @Darwin

Finance Manager @Darwin
Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca, Cluj County, Romania

Description:

We are seeking a Finance Manager, with regulatory requirements, strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices, who will be responsible for overseeing our accounting processes, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and compliance.

This role will work in partnership with our financial services internal and external parties, as well as various internal departments reviewing and preparing various financial analysis, statements and reports.

We will count on you to:

Local Financial Management

Oversee all financial operations for the site, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations

Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to support business objectives

Monitor cash flow, manage accounts payable and receivable, and optimize working capital

Review monthly accounting closures, ensuring their accuracy and completeness

Review submission of monthly tax declarations and annual financial statements in accordance with the law

Provide
-
- day supervision for the team and oversee all operational activities within the defined control environment, recognized business processes, and tight reporting deadlines

Review all balance sheet reconciliations within the team's scope and assist with expectation reporting and quality checks

Implement and maintain effective internal controls and financial policies

Prepare and present timely financial reports and analysis to the management team

Ensure compliance with all current legal and tax regulations in Romania

Collaborate with various
- functional teams to provide financial insights, support business growth, strategic decisions and ensure operational efficiency

Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy

Prepare necessary documentation for
- hoc or annual financial audits

Corporate Alignment and Reporting

Ensure alignment of the Romania office’s financial activities with the global financial policies, standards and strategic objectives

Consolidate and report financial results from the Romania office to the corporate finance team accurately and on time

Support
- wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning by providing detailed local insights and data

Collaborate with corporate finance and accounting teams to implement global financial systems, controls, and compliance frameworks

Facilitate internal and external audits by coordinating with corporate auditors and ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards

Monitor and manage compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS, as applicable)

Participate in corporate financial risk management initiatives, including currency exposure, tax planning, and capital structure optimization

Drive the implementation of best practices in financial reporting, accounting processes, and internal controls in line with corporate requirements

Act as a liaison between the Romania office and corporate finance leadership to ensure transparency, consistency, and timely communication of financial matters

What you need to have:

Fluency in English and Romanian, both written and spoken

Minimum 5 years of experience in finance management, preferably within a multinational environment

Strong knowledge of Romanian accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial compliance requirements

Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools (e. g. Oracle, SAP, or similar)

Excellent analytical,
- solving, and organizational skills.

A University degree in the field of finance

What makes you stand out:

Proven track record of successfully managing finance functions in a dynamic,
- paced environment

Experience working with international teams and understanding of global financial practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a finance team

High attention to detail combined with the ability to see the bigger business picture

Proactive mindset with a focus on innovation and process optimization

Relevant accounting qualifications (CPA or CFA certification preferred)

US GAAP knowledge

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your
- being.

An opportunity to work in a
- growing, innovative company with lots of room for progression and career growth;

A
- friendly environment that encourages learning and initiative;

A yearly budget and the opportunity to build your flexible benefits package (up to 20% of your annual salary);

30+ days off (25 legal days off , 1 extra day off on your birthday, public holiday replacement days, extra buy/sell from your benefits budget);

Performance Bonus scheme

Matching charity contributions, charity days off, and the Pay it Forward charity challenge;

Core benefits - Pension, Life and Medical Insurance, Meal Vouchers, Travel Insurance;

We champion flexible working, and our mission is to help you find YOUR
- life balance, whether that's standard working,
- time working, or working from home

Mercer, a business of Marsh Mc
Lennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh Mc
Lennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90, 000 colleagues, Marsh Mc
Lennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on Linked
In and X. Marsh Mc
Lennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh Mc
Lennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh Mc
Lennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.