Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Group Accountant to lead the production of consolidated financial statements for the organization. This role is central to ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of group-level financial reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal closing deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver consolidated financial statements for the Group within strict month-end and year-end closing timelines.
- Guarantee the quality, reliability, and consistency of financial data submitted by all reporting entities.
- Manage the full consolidation cycle including data collection, validation, elimination of intercompany transactions, and equity accounting.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP requirements across all jurisdictions.
- Coordinate with subsidiary finance teams to standardize reporting packages and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Support external and internal audit processes by providing consolidation schedules, reconciliations, and analytical reviews.
- Drive continuous improvement in consolidation processes, automation, and reporting efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA) strongly preferred.
- Proven experience in group accounting or financial consolidation within a multi-entity environment.
- Deep knowledge of IFRS consolidation principles (IFRS 10, IFRS 3, IAS 28) and statutory reporting requirements.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and consolidation software (HFM, OneStream, CCH Tagetik).
- Expert-level Excel skills including complex modeling, pivot tables, and Power Query.
Core Competencies
- Financial Consolidation & Multi-GAAP Reporting
- Technical Accounting & Standards Interpretation
- Intercompany Reconciliation & Elimination Entries
- Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Analytical Problem-Solving & Attention to Detail
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication
- Deadline Management in High-Volume Closing Environments