International Finance Manager (US & Germany Focus)

International Finance Manager / Accountant (US & Germany)

Help shape the finance function of a growing international business.

We're looking for a qualified finance manager/accountant who enjoys variety, ownership and working internationally.

This isn't a role where you'll only produce month-end reports. You'll be trusted to take ownership of the finance activities for our US and German businesses, working across financial reporting, compliance, audit, tax, treasury, business partnering and continuous improvement.

Reporting to our Global Financial Controller, you'll work with colleagues across the UK, USA and Germany, leading finance activities across multiple entities while helping to develop our international finance team.

If you enjoy getting into the detail but also want to influence decisions, improve processes and help shape how finance supports the wider business, we'd love to hear from you.

About TREND Networks

TREND Networks is a global leader in network testing, measurement and certification solutions, helping customers around the world build and maintain reliable network infrastructure.

As a growing international technology business, we design, develop and supply innovative products used by some of the world's leading organisations. That means finance is involved in far more than producing numbers, you'll gain exposure to every aspect of the business, from product development and engineering through to global sales and customer support.

Although we operate internationally, we've retained the feel of a close-knit organisation where people know each other, work collaboratively and genuinely enjoy what they do. You'll work closely with colleagues across our UK, US and German offices, alongside teams based in Brazil, Poland, France and Italy.

We're continuing to invest in our people, systems and products. We encourage new ideas, value initiative and give people the opportunity to make a genuine impact. If you're looking for a role where you can influence change rather than simply maintain the status quo, you'll feel at home at TREND Networks.

The Role

You'll have ownership of the finance activities for our US and German entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance and commercial insight while supporting the continued growth of our international business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the finance activities for our US and German entities.
• Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Delivering accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
• Managing intercompany accounting, reconciliations and multi-currency transactions (GBP, EUR and USD).
• Supporting treasury activities, banking relationships and cash flow forecasting.
• Managing statutory reporting, audits and tax compliance for the US and Germany.
• Leading US Sales Tax compliance, including nexus monitoring and multi-state filings.
• Partnering with colleagues across the business to provide financial insight that supports commercial decision-making.
• Contributing to budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning.
• Leading, coaching and developing members of our US & German finance teams based in the UK and USA.
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, controls and financial processes.

About You

You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and working collaboratively across an international business.

You'll ideally bring:

• At least five years' accounting experience.
• Experience managing finance activities within US entities.
• Strong knowledge of US Sales Tax compliance, nexus requirements and multi-state reporting.
• Experience of statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance.
• Multi-entity and multi-currency accounting experience.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or developing finance team members.
• Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.

It would also be beneficial if you have experience within an international SME or private equity-backed business, knowledge of Microsoft NAV, Business Central or Sage, or German or French language skills.

Why Join TREND Networks?

At TREND Networks, you'll be joining a friendly, collaborative and ambitious team where people are trusted to make decisions, contribute ideas and take ownership.

This role offers genuine breadth and visibility. Rather than focusing on one area of finance, you'll gain exposure across reporting, compliance, tax, treasury, business partnering and leadership while working closely with senior leaders across multiple international businesses.

Whether you're looking to broaden your international experience, develop your leadership skills or become a key part of a growing global organisation, you'll find plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and build your career.

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee discount platform
• Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual flu vaccination
• Additional company benefits

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, influence how finance supports the business and be part of an organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.