<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Finance Manager | West Yorkshire | £70,000 - £75,000 + 10% Bonus, 25 days Holiday | Global Fitness Equipment Brand</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong> French-speaking - International Finance Manager - We will only review candidates who are fluent in French </strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><em>Please make this clear on your CV/application</em></strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;">This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global industry leader in the fitness equipment sector. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes premium products to both home and commercial markets, operating across an extensive international network. It's a dynamic and fast-moving environment with a strong culture of collaboration and innovation, a truly exciting place to build your career.</p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The Role </strong></p><ul style="font-weight: 400;"><li>Lead and develop a small Finance &amp; Administration team, overseeing day-to-day operations across accounting, reporting, HR, and compliance.</li><li>Develop and implement financial strategies in line with the company's long-term objectives.</li><li>Manage cash flow and banking relationships, including foreign exchange and supplier payments.</li><li>Supervise general and cost accounting, ensuring reliability and accuracy of financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end closings, tax returns, and various statutory declarations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, managing audits, contracts, and administrative tasks.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to drive performance improvements and support decision-making.</li><li>Oversee HR operations, including contracts, payroll, and employee relations.</li><li>Continuously improve financial processes and controls, promoting efficiency and accountability.</li></ul><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>About You</strong></p><ul style="font-weight: 400;"><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Management Controller role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of French accounting standards and corporate tax requirements.</li><li>Fluent French is essential for collaboration with international teams.</li><li>Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a small team.</li><li>Highly organised, analytical, and commercially minded, with strong attention to detail.</li></ul><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul style="font-weight: 400;"><li>Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000</li><li>10% annual bonus </li><li>Supportive, international working culture</li><li>Opportunities for growth and long-term development</li></ul><p style="font-weight: 400;"> Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p><p style="font-weight: 400;">Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National &amp; International Recruitment Consultancy.<br>Specialising in Finance | HR &amp; Talent | Supply Chain &amp; Logistics | Marketing &amp; Digital | Property &amp; Centre Management | Retail, Trade &amp; Leisure Operations | Senior Appointments &amp; Exec | Buying, Merchandising &amp; Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale &amp; Production | H&amp;S &amp; Compliance | Sales.</p><p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>BBBH34929</strong></p><p style="font-weight: 400;"> </p></dd>