Finance Director / Assistant Controller EMEA (Controllership, SOX, OPEX & Inventory) 

Leeds / Hybrid - 3 days per week from our office 

About the Role 

SharkNinja doesn't do ordinary — and neither does this role. As Finance Director, Assistant Controller EMEA, you'll be the technical and operational backbone of financial controllership across the region, reporting to the Senior Finance Director EMEA. This isn't a maintenance job. You'll be driving material weakness remediation, hardening the SOX control environment, and holding the line on US GAAP compliance — all while supporting one of the fastest-scaling consumer products companies on the planet. 

You'll need to move fast, think clearly under pressure, and pivot without losing grip on what matters: accurate numbers, clean controls, and a finance team that operates at the pace of the business. 

What You'll Own 

US GAAP & Technical Accounting 

• Be the region's authority on US GAAP. When the business has a question on revenue recognition, inventory valuation, OPEX classification, or lease accounting — you have the answer. 

• Ensure all EMEA entities maintain records in compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and applicable local GAAP, with no ambiguity on policy application. 

• Flag and escalate emerging technical accounting issues before they become audit findings. 

Controls, SOX & Remediation 

• Lead end-to-end SOX compliance across EMEA legal entities — design, monitoring, testing, and remediation. If a control gap exists, you find it and fix it. 

• Drive active remediation of identified control deficiencies, including material weaknesses, with clear action plans, accountable owners, and deadlines that stick. 

• Own balance sheet integrity across all EMEA entities — reviews, reconciliations, and sign-off are yours. 

• Partner with internal and external auditors as a peer, not a passenger — anticipate issues, resolve them fast, and document everything to standard. 

Financial Reporting 

• Deliver timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles across all EMEA legal entities — with insightful commentary that tells the story behind the numbers, not just the numbers. 

• Lead Financial Controller review and oversight across the EMEA entity portfolio. 

Leadership & Transformation 

• Lead a team of ~20 across Inventory and OPEX — set the standard, develop the talent, and build a team that's outrageously extraordinary in how they show up every day. 

• Drive process standardization, automation, and scalability initiatives that match SharkNinja's growth trajectory. Create processes that can scale with SharkNinja’s growth trajectory and international expansion plans. 

• Partner cross-functionally — sales, ops, IT, Finance Operations, Deductions, GTN — to connect the dots and drive end-to-end efficiency. 

• Provide senior leadership coverage and actively shape a "One Global Finance Team" culture across EMEA. 

What You Bring 

• 12+ years in controllership, audit, or financial reporting in a multinational environment — with direct, hands-on experience remediating control deficiencies and navigating SOX audits. 

• Deep US GAAP expertise is non-negotiable. IFRS and multi-country local GAAP fluency a strong plus. 

• Proven ability to lead in fast-moving, high-growth environments — consumer products, or retail experience strongly preferred. 

• ERP fluency (Oracle preferred) and AI forward thinking; comfortable driving automation and working alongside IT and system vendors. 

• A communicator who can translate technical accounting complexity for non-finance audiences without losing precision. 

• You don't wait to be told there's a problem. You're already working on the solution. 

Education & Certifications 

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification required. 

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Finance Manager – Gross Margin B2B  

Leeds / Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office  

 About the Role  

At SharkNinja, we innovate fast and execute with precision. As Finance Manager for our B2B channel, you’ll own the gross margin accounting and internal reporting processes that power strategic decisions for some of our most critical partnerships. This role is about more than numbers—it’s about driving insight, influencing outcomes, and ensuring we deliver profitable growth in a dynamic marketplace.  

• Lead B2B Margin Accounting: Manage accurate and timely accounting for gross margin across B2B channels, including cost of goods sold, rebates, and promotional spend.  

• Deliver High-Impact Reporting: Produce internal reports that highlight performance drivers and actionable insights for leadership and commercial teams, focusing on risks & opportunities to the P&L in the revenue deductions space.  

• Partner with Commercial & Operations: Collaborate closely with Sales, Supply Chain, and FP&A teams to understand margin impacts and optimise gross margin reporting.  

• Balance sheet reporting: Interrogate and challenge GM accrual balances and look for areas where reporting clarity and general balance sheet health can be optimised.  

• Drive Process Excellence: Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance reporting accuracy and speed.  

• Internal Controls: Own internal reporting controls and be the first level of review within your area, ensuring all key controls have SOX compliant preparer and reviewer procedures.  

• Manage and Mentor a Team: fostering a culture of accountability, growth and collaboration. 

What You’ll Bring  

• Experience: 5+ years in finance/accounting roles, ideally with exposure to B2B or e-commerce channels.  

• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of gross margin accounting, trade terms, and promotional spend. Advanced Excel; ERP experience (Oracle or similar) preferred. Strong knowledge of IFRS15 and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is preferred.  

• Commercial Acumen: Ability to link financial performance to business drivers and influence decision-making.  

• Analytical Mindset: Skilled at interpreting complex data and presenting clear, actionable insights.  

• Agility & Drive: Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a proactive, results-oriented approach.  

• Qualification: Fully qualified accountant in any of CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent.  

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Management Accountant – Gross Margin 

Leeds / Hybrid - 3 days per week in office (LS15 8ZB) 

About the role

As a Management Accountant in the Gross Margin team, you will own the gross margin accounting and internal reporting processes that power strategic decisions for some of our most critical partnerships. You will deliver month-end reporting, variance analysis, and provide valuable insights to help shape decision-making and drive future strategies. You will act as a trusted partner to Commercial and Finance stakeholders. Your ability to take ownership of processes, combined with your passion for financial accuracy, will play a critical role in ensuring SharkNinja’s continued growth.  

• Month-End Support: Preparation of management accounts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and understanding of key movements. 

• Variance Analysis: Analyse financial data, providing clear explanations and actionable insights on any significant variances to budget or forecast.  

• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Own and perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely resolution of reconciling items. 

• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement within accounting systems and reporting processes and lead on agreed improvements. 

• Ad Hoc Financial Analysis: Provide financial analysis and support for key business projects, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional teams.  

• Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with Sales and FP&A teams to optimise gross margin reporting.  

Who You'll Bring:

• Analytical Thinker: You are a natural problem-solver who loves working with numbers and uncovering insights.  

• Detail-Oriented: You understand the importance of accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do.  

• Collaborative: You thrive in a team environment, working alongside colleagues across departments to achieve common goals.  

• Proactive & Adaptable: In a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, you are adaptable and ready to take on new challenges and responsibilities.  

• Passionate: You're excited about finance and passionate about contributing to the company's success.  

Skills & Experience  

• Experience: Previous experience in a finance/ accounting role, with exposure to month-end processes, variance analysis, and financial reporting.  

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of gross margin accounting, strong Excel skills, ERP experience (Oracle or similar) is preferred. Knowledge of IFRS15 and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is preferred.  

• Qualification: Studying towards a financial qualification such as ACCA/CIMA.  

• Communication: Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.  

• Organised: You can juggle multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.  

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