Global Accounting Director, Corporate
Horse Technologies
Fecha: hace 2 días
ciudad: Alcobendas, Madrid
Tipo de contrato: Tiempo completo
About Us
Horse Powertrain is a global leader in the automotive industry, dedicated to pioneering low-emission and alternative-fuel power solutions. With a presence across seven countries, our mission is to drive the transition to a sustainable future by developing next-generation hybrid, synthetic, and hydrogen-fueled powertrains. We believe in a pragmatic approach to decarbonization, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to sustainable mobility.
At the heart of our success is our people. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Our global footprint not only drives technological advancement but also generates opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Join us at Horse, and be part of a team that’s transforming the future of mobility, while building a career that matters.
About Your Role
As the Global Accounting Director at Horse Powertrain Limited, you will play a central role in leading and overseeing all accounting activities across our global operations. You will ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting in line with international standards and serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team. This is a highly strategic role that involves defining global accounting policies, managing statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions, and driving improvements in systems and processes. You will lead a globally distributed team and play a key role in supporting our finance function in a dynamic, multinational manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Powertrain is a global leader in the automotive industry, dedicated to pioneering low-emission and alternative-fuel power solutions. With a presence across seven countries, our mission is to drive the transition to a sustainable future by developing next-generation hybrid, synthetic, and hydrogen-fueled powertrains. We believe in a pragmatic approach to decarbonization, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to sustainable mobility.
At the heart of our success is our people. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Our global footprint not only drives technological advancement but also generates opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Join us at Horse, and be part of a team that’s transforming the future of mobility, while building a career that matters.
About Your Role
As the Global Accounting Director at Horse Powertrain Limited, you will play a central role in leading and overseeing all accounting activities across our global operations. You will ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting in line with international standards and serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team. This is a highly strategic role that involves defining global accounting policies, managing statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions, and driving improvements in systems and processes. You will lead a globally distributed team and play a key role in supporting our finance function in a dynamic, multinational manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Global Accounting Operations across all regions to ensure consistency and alignment with corporate financial principles and standards.
- Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and local regulations, delivering timely consolidated statements.
- Develop and implement global accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that align with business strategy and compliance requirements.
- Manage external audits across all jurisdictions, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and timely resolution of findings.
- Support financial functions including tax, treasury, and FP&A by delivering accurate and timely financial data.
- Oversee statutory reporting obligations across all countries of operation, ensuring adherence to local laws and deadlines.
- Monitor changes in accounting regulations and lead the implementation of necessary updates globally.
- Drive system and process improvements including ERP optimization and automation of financial workflows.
- Lead and develop a high-performing global accounting team, fostering collaboration, growth, and operational excellence.
- Act as a key advisor to the CFO and executive leadership, contributing to strategic decisions and long-term financial planning.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CA, or equivalent certification required.
- 10–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a global manufacturing or automotive company.
- Deep knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP, with proven experience in multinational consolidation and intercompany accounting.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across cultures and functions.
- Advanced proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
- Highly analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.
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