Overview
A2R Head of Asset & Inventory, Cash & ICO Accounting, Asia – Opella
Opella Bangsar South, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally. Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. As a globally certified B Corp company, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Learn more at
ROLE PURPOSE
This position will play a key role ensuring for Opella A2R Fixed Assets, Cash Accounting and Closing & Reporting processes run at local and GBS (Global Business Services) level. A2R stands for Account to Report.
Responsibilities
- Deliver Fixed Assets, Cash accounting and Closing & Reporting services to Opella GBS in the Region
- Have a deep understanding of GBS Core Model processes and ERP (SAP Unity, Epoch) functionalities
- Provide technical accounting services in the area of expertise – functional and technical support across A2R processes and systems and drive projects for all Opella entities
- Monitor continuous project progress with sharing the best practices from the other hubs
- Monitor procedures for the country specificities are in place
- Monitor procedures for compliance and internal controls are in place
- Recognize and communicate potential risks / issues with Hub head and respective HFOs
- Interact with different teams to ensure compliance with cross-team accountabilities
- Provide guidance and support to the team members in high-complexity issues
- Address operational issues and follow through to resolution in an effective and timely manner
- Monitor operational KPIs and compliance with Opella policies and guidelines
- Manage team according to GBS Target Operating Model (TOM) structure, support Tax and other functional teams during closing peaks
- Drive continuous improvement projects, work closely with the Global Process Experts
Reporting and Relationships
A2R Head of Asset & Inventory, Cash & ICO Accounting, Asia reports to A2R Head of Hub Asia and works closely with Opella Country Head of Finance Operations, Opella Country Senior Accounting Partner, Finance (Finance Performance, Treasury, Tax, Internal Control), ITS, Supply Chain, Consolidation team, and other GBS departments. He / she will review and monitor technical process implementation, controls and compliance in all topics related to closing and reporting, and respective area of accounting. He / she will work with ITS to implement new or existing tools in Opella LE, where required.
Key requirements
Deliver Fixed Assets management (tangible and intangible), Cash accounting and Closing & Reporting services to Opella GBS within perimeterDefine and drive accounting, process and systems changes operationally and facilitate A2R service deliveryLiaise with Global GBS GPE Lead on accounting or financial issues at A2R level (e.g., new IFRS regulation)Assets accounting services
Participate in activities related to fixed asset life cycleSupervise recording & booking activities performed by the teamSupervise assets depreciation and valuation, and month end reporting (including IFRS 16 leases)Contribute to periodic reviews of assets impairment follow-upManage month end closure relating to fixed assets and prepare related reportingParticipate in fixed assets stock-count activitiesCash accounting services
Supervise clearing of transitory accounts and bank reconciliationsSupervise booking of transactions relating to financial instruments, debts and loansSupervise Forex net positions accountingManage month end closure relating to cash accounting and prepare related reportingClosing & Reporting services
Supervise corporate reporting according to closing calendar (including SOLAR SAP-FC, Polo systems)Supervise inventory accounting, including inventory costing activities and related reconciliationsEnsure all automatic postings are booked and all recurring / non-recurring items are reconciled with Manual Journal Entries as neededReview Master Data quality related to A2REnsure compliance with Opella / Corporate accounting policies, internal control guidelines and audit / SOX requirements. Monitor KPIs, coach the team, and allocate resources for effective delivery. Demonstrate Opella values and culture; build knowledge of A2R Core Model processes and drive global process improvements.
Qualifications
Degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalentKnowledge of IFRS with ability to identify gaps to local GAAP (accounting qualification ACCA, CPA or similar, is an advantage)3-5 years experience in GL accounting, preferably in a multicultural environmentStrong understanding of end-to-end A2R processes and Shared Service organizationsExpertise in GL accounting, closing, reporting, fixed assets, cash accounting activitiesExperience in tax and intercompany activities is an advantageStrong problem solving, data analysis and communication skillsHigh level of interpersonal / communication skills with ability to present at different levelsStrategic thinking, change management and process improvement mindsetFluency in English mandatory; additional languages (Japanese, Chinese, Korean) are a plusWhy us?
At Opella, you will enjoy challenging, purposeful work and the opportunity to develop consumer brands in a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a team that strives for simplicity for both colleagues and consumers. We are Challenger by Nature and dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be.
Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
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