Finance Director - İZMİR
About the role
Our client is a well-established Italian multinational chemical company with manufacturing operations in Tire, Izmir. We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Director to lead the finance organization, ensure financial governance and compliance, and drive business performance through strategic financial leadership.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing all finance-related activities while leading finance transformation initiatives, including ERP implementation and process optimization projects, in alignment with global standards and local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all finance functions, including accounting, financial reporting, taxation, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance. Lead and oversee Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal & Compliance functions, ensuring effective governance, operational excellence, and alignment with both local business needs and global corporate standards. Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local statutory requirements. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and deliver management reporting to local and global stakeholders. Drive budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business performance analysis processes. Provide strategic financial insights and decision support to the General Manager and senior leadership team. Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and corporate governance standards. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities. Lead ERP implementation, system migration, and finance transformation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, controls, and data quality. Strengthen internal control frameworks, risk management practices, and financial governance processes. Act as the primary finance business partner for both local management and international headquarters. Lead, coach, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, auditing, or controlling functions. Previous experience within a Big Four accounting firm (Audit or Advisory) is strongly preferred. Proven leadership experience in a multinational manufacturing environment; chemical industry experience is a plus. Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in IFRS reporting and financial consolidation. Demonstrated success in ERP implementation, migration, or finance transformation projects. Solid understanding of Turkish tax legislation, statutory reporting, legal compliance, and corporate governance requirements. Strong expertise in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; experience working with international stakeholders is essential. Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial data into business insights and strategic recommendations.
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Finance Director - İZMİR
About the role
Our client is a well-established Italian multinational chemical company with manufacturing operations in Tire, Izmir. We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Director to lead the finance organization, ensure financial governance and compliance, and drive business performance through strategic financial leadership.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing all finance-related activities while leading finance transformation initiatives, including ERP implementation and process optimization projects, in alignment with global standards and local regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all finance functions, including accounting, financial reporting, taxation, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance. Lead and oversee Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal & Compliance functions, ensuring effective governance, operational excellence, and alignment with both local business needs and global corporate standards. Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local statutory requirements. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and deliver management reporting to local and global stakeholders. Drive budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business performance analysis processes. Provide strategic financial insights and decision support to the General Manager and senior leadership team. Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and corporate governance standards. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities. Lead ERP implementation, system migration, and finance transformation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, controls, and data quality. Strengthen internal control frameworks, risk management practices, and financial governance processes. Act as the primary finance business partner for both local management and international headquarters. Lead, coach, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, auditing, or controlling functions. Previous experience within a Big Four accounting firm (Audit or Advisory) is strongly preferred. Proven leadership experience in a multinational manufacturing environment; chemical industry experience is a plus. Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in IFRS reporting and financial consolidation. Demonstrated success in ERP implementation, migration, or finance transformation projects. Solid understanding of Turkish tax legislation, statutory reporting, legal compliance, and corporate governance requirements. Strong expertise in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; experience working with international stakeholders is essential. Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial data into business insights and strategic recommendations.