Senior financial closing & reporting analyst
This organization operates within the industrial / manufacturing sector and is recognized as a large organization. It offers a structured work environment and is dedicated to fostering employee growth and skill development.
Job Description
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities for assigned entities, ensuring accurate and timely delivery in line with closing deadlines.
- Review the monthly trial balance prior to period close, performing detailed analysis to validate ledger accuracy and data integrity.
- Review and approve manual journal entries as well as key financial reports, including P&L and Balance Sheet.
- Regularly review reconciliations of Balance Sheet accounts to ensure proper substantiation and validity.
- Analyze Balance Sheet and P&L movements on a monthly and quarterly basis, identifying and addressing unusual variances or fluctuations promptly.
- Safeguard the integrity and accuracy of general ledger accounting in compliance with IFRS / GAAP and internal policies, ensuring alignment between tax accounting and book accounting for effective tax computation.
- Coordinate intercompany transactions, ensuring accurate reconciliations and eliminations.
- Provide guidance, support, and technical expertise to R2R professionals on accounting-related matters.
- Support the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the documentation and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX).
- Identify opportunities to improve R2R processes and actively contribute to standardization and automation initiatives.
- Serve as a key point of contact for GBS and internal stakeholders, including Business Controllers, FP&A, Tax, and other finance teams, for assigned entities.
The Successful Applicant
A Successful Closing Analyst Should Have
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.Prior experience in a shared service center or multinational corporation strongly preferred.6-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in financial review and controlling.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial close processes, and best practices.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP is required.Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to ensure accurate review and reporting.Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with proven capability to manage multiple priorities effectively.Experience with SOX compliance or internal control frameworks is an advantage.What's on Offer
Hybrid working arrangements for better work-life balance.Opportunities for skill development and career growth.A supportive and collaborative company culture.#J-18808-Ljbffr