Business Manager, Europe

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Manager, Europe based in France.

As a Business Manager, Europe, you will play a pivotal role in supporting financial operations, business processes, and strategic initiatives within a fast-growing, sustainability-focused organization. Working closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, you will oversee key operational and financial activities while helping optimize processes that support long-term business growth. This remote position combines finance, project coordination, operational excellence, and stakeholder management, offering broad exposure across the business. It is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys improving operational efficiency, and wants to contribute to innovative infrastructure and sustainability initiatives with international impact.

• Coordinate supplier onboarding activities, ensuring all required documentation is completed and suppliers are successfully integrated into financial and operational systems.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation while collaborating closely with accounting teams to maintain accurate financial records.
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes by working with customers, suppliers, and finance teams to facilitate timely collections and payments.
• Lead annual budgeting cycles, periodic forecasting activities, and financial planning processes in partnership with operational and departmental leaders.
• Develop financial models and analyze operational data to monitor business performance and support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal control policies while promoting sound governance practices.
• Identify opportunities to automate, streamline, and standardize business processes to improve operational efficiency and scalability.
• Act as a trusted business partner to leadership, finance, sales, and operations teams by providing insights, identifying risks, and supporting continuous business improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, business operations, or a similar role.
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP systems; familiarity with Epicor or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Experience within manufacturing, energy, construction, infrastructure, or project-based industries is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial controls, and business process management.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present insights to senior leadership.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and contribute to strategic business initiatives.
• Broad responsibilities with significant ownership and opportunities for professional growth.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment focused on innovation and sustainability.
• Exposure to international projects and cross-functional teams across Europe.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful technologies supporting sustainable infrastructure and operational transformation.