Finance Manager

We are the world leader in the production and distribution of wood-based products, used in a wide range of applications, including furniture, flooring, timber-frame houses, building façades and construction. Through our activities, we contribute to building a better world. At Kronospan, we place operational excellence at the heart of everything we do, with a strong commitment to safety and sustainability. At Kronospan, we are always looking for talented individuals who want to contribute to our collective success. We foster a corporate culture that values expertise, encourages initiative and promotes innovation. Join a dynamic international company offering numerous opportunities for learning, skills development and career progression.

Job Description
The Finance Manager will lead the finance function of the Algerian subsidiary: accounting, reporting, management control, treasury and tax compliance. They will ensure that financial information is reliable, timely and compliant with both Algerian regulations (SCF) and Group standards. Before taking up the position in Algeria, the successful candidate will complete a mandatory 12-month period at the Group’s offices in Spain and/or Bulgaria to gain in-depth knowledge of its processes, systems and team.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting and Reporting
• Oversee the subsidiary’s general and cost accounting in accordance with the Algerian Financial Accounting System (SCF) and Group standards.
• Ensure monthly, quarterly and annual closings are completed within the Group’s timetable.
• Prepare the statutory financial statements and the related reporting Management Control
• Prepare the annual budget and forecasts, and analyse variances.
• Define and monitor the subsidiary’s financial and operational KPIs.
• Support local management in investment, pricing and profitability decisions. Treasury
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships and financing needs.
• Manage foreign trade operations and compliance with Bank of Algeria foreign exchange regulations (bank domiciliation, transfers, dividend repatriation). Tax and Compliance
• Ensure tax and social security returns are filed on time.
• Coordinate external audits, the statutory auditor (commissaire aux comptes) and tax inspections.
• Implement and maintain internal control and Group policies. Team Management
• Lead, train and evaluate the local finance team.
• Act as the liaison between the subsidiary and the Group’s finance teams in Spain. Requirements Master’s in Finance or MBA; ACCA, CPA, expert-comptable certification, Accounting, Business Administration or Economics Minimum 7 years in finance, including 3 in a management position Experience in Algeria or the Maghreb; in subsidiaries of multinational groups Knowledge of Algerian SCF and IFRS Expertise in local tax and accounting Knowledge of Algerian foreign exchange and tax regulations Knowledge of customs regulations and international trade highly valued English, French and Arabic (professional level) Spanish is a plus Regular use of ERP systems and advanced Excel Power BI or other reporting tools Willingness to live for 12 months in Spain and/or Bulgaria and then in Algeria Personal Competencies
• Leadership and ability to develop local teams.
• Rigour, integrity and a strong compliance focus.
• Adaptability and cross-cultural awareness (Algeria, Spain)
• Clear communication with local management and the Group.
• Autonomy and problem-solving skills in complex regulatory environments.