ABOUT US

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance operations and accounting. This should include experience in shared services / global business services
• Proven experience in leading and managing finance teams, with ability to lead through influence in a collaborative environment.
• Strong track record in KPI management, VOC initiatives, and driving process improvements.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, or equivalent) and process automation. Comfortable partnering closely with IT and system vendors to drive automation, manage system enhancements, and lead cross-functional technology initiatives.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional collaboration and influencing skills with ability to lead across teams and functions, e.g. Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure processes and systems support the wider business.
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in AP, AR and / or Deductions processes.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret KPIs/VOC data and translate into actionable outcomes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools (Power BI preferred).

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Relevant degree level qualification required
• Professional accounting qualification or progressing towards is preferred, i.e. ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reporting to the EMEA Director, AP & AR, the Senior Finance Operations Manager is a critical role within the EMEA Accounting team, responsible for ensuring the smooth running of our operations finance processes, supporting the EMEA Director, AP & AR and Deputy in their absence. While a sole contributor role, this position requires strong leadership through collaboration and influence, driving alignment across multiple teams and managers.
The ideal candidate will bring prior experience leading finance teams, combined with the ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, matrix environment. The role will focus on driving KPI performance, managing Voice of the Customer (VOC) outcomes, and leading continuous process creation / improvement to enhance operational excellence, global consistency and scalability in support of business growth.