As a Senior Analyst General Ledger in the Financial & Accounting Services EU team, you will take ownership of key General Ledger activities, from month-end and year-end closing to reconciliations and internal controls. You will be a go-to person for complex accounting topics, support and guide colleagues, and contribute to the continuous improvement and standardization of our processes.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure the monthly General Ledger related activities and is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the ledgers and sub-ledgers.
- Monthly and year-end closing of the accounting books according to local GAAP & IFRS; Ensure the delivery of all the consolidated financial and accounting requirements according to local GAAP & IFRS.
- Compilation, verification and booking of related month-end adjustments.
- Take ownership of complex accounts and reconciliations, and ensure timely clarification and resolution of open items.
- Ensure the necessary control environment and documentation of required internal controls.
- Cooperate with internal & external auditors and/or consultants.
- Act as a point of contact for auditors, Group Accountants and other stakeholders on General Ledger topics.
- Work together with Group Accountants and IFRS experts.
- Identify the appropriate businesses processes and system(s), related frameworks and controls to assist in the design/update and use of systems for efficient and effective operations,
- Document, maintain and update the correspondent work procedures,
- Involved in the standardization and improvement of the General Ledger related processes; involved in all related projects and initiatives.
- Drive and actively contribute to continuous improvement, digitalization and transformation initiatives within the Finance organization.
- Review the work of other team members and provide guidance, mentoring and support to junior colleagues.
You bring these skills, experience & education
- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounting area
- Fluent English, both written and spoken
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Solid knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS, with hands-on experience in month-end and year-end closing, as well as in internal controls (e.g. ICOFR) and in supporting internal and external audits.
- Advanced knowledge in SAP FI (experience with SAP S/4HANA is an advantage)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Exposure to process improvement, automation or digitalization initiatives (e.g. Power BI, Power Automate, RPA, VBA, SAP enhancements) would be considered a strong advantage
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively and meet tight deadlines, especially during closing periods.
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Email: recruiting@sig.biz
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