About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Financial Compliance, Europe to lead and elevate our financial compliance agenda across multiple European markets.

This is a high-impact regional leadership role at the intersection of finance, risk, and governance, responsible for building a robust and scalable compliance framework while ensuring consistent execution across all affiliates.

You will act as the key architect and guardian of financial compliance, partnering closely with Finance, Tax, SSC, and Audit teams to ensure transparency, control, and audit readiness across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Compliance Governance

• Design, implement, and continuously enhance a regional financial compliance framework covering statutory requirements, tax governance, internal controls, and audit readiness

• Own and maintain the finance risk & control across Europe

• Ensure consistent execution of compliance obligations across all affiliates

Internal Controls & Audit

• Lead internal control testing, compliance reviews, and remediation initiatives

• Coordinate external, statutory, and internal audits across multiple countries

• Ensure robust documentation, approval frameworks, and clear control ownership

Tax & Regulatory Oversight (Finance domain)

• Partner with Regional Tax, SSC, and local Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate filings

• Monitor compliance risks and ensure proactive escalation and resolution

Process Governance & Harmonization

• Drive standardization and harmonization of finance-related compliance processes across countries

• Support the digitalization and automation of compliance and monitoring systems

Training & Capability Building

• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for Finance teams across Europe

• Ensure clarity and alignment on regulatory changes, audit outcomes, and risk mitigation actions

Stakeholder & SSC Coordination

• Act as a key interface between Finance, SSC, Controlling, IT, HR, and Corporate Audit

• Represent Finance Europe in compliance forums, escalations, and cross-functional initiatives

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a regional financial compliance team

• Foster a high-performance, growth-oriented mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement

Your Profile

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

• 10+ years of experience in financial compliance, audit, internal controls, or related finance roles

• Background in Big4 or similar environment strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Statutory accounting across Europe

  • Internal control frameworks (e.g., SOX or equivalent)

  • Finance-related regulatory environments and tax basics

• Proven experience operating in a multi-country / regional environment

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to build frameworks, influence senior stakeholders, and drive change

• Leadership experience with the ability to develop teams and scale capabilities

What Our Client Offers

• A strategic regional leadership role with high visibility and impact

• The opportunity to shape and modernize financial compliance across Europe

• A collaborative, international environment with strong cross-functional exposure

• A role that combines governance, transformation, and leadership