Assistant Manager - Accounts

Record to Report (R2R)

• Participate in the preparation of

  financial statements

  in compliance with official guidelines and requirements for some EMEA entities of the group. Preferable managed UK , Belgium and France.
• Manage journal entries, etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing.
• Prepare

  Balance sheet reconciliation

  on a monthly basis as per the groupe timeline.
• Accounting for specialized postings of pension / Payroll across EMEA entities.
• Responsible for one off processes across EMEA (Labor costs accruals / Monthly postings VAT / Statistical reporting/

  Hedge accounting)

Process Improvement:

• Support initiatives geared towards financial process automation.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance ERP systems and other financial reporting tools.

Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies &

  SOX Reporting.

• Monitor internal controls to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits.
• Approval payment runs/manual payments across EMEA entities.

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with other finance teams such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Tax to ensure a cohesive financial process.
• Support senior R2R Managers and the finance leadership in special projects as required.
• Train and mentor new team members and assist in the employee development process.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with employees at all levels within the organization.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.

Personal Attributes:

• Committed to continuous education through workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Strong sense of urgency and responsibility.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism, patience & self-starter

Working Conditions: