Position Overview
An established multinational organisation is seeking a Senior Manager, Financial Accounting & Reporting to support financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls and cross-functional business partnering within its regional finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting: Manage monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reporting schedules.
Financial Analysis: Analyse financial results, investigate variances and prepare management reporting, forecasts and supporting financial disclosures.
Technical Accounting: Assess complex commercial arrangements and ensure appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with US GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
Internal Controls & Audit: Maintain effective internal controls, support SOX compliance, and coordinate internal and external audits and balance sheet reviews.
Business Partnering: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including FP&A, Legal, Corporate Development and operational stakeholders, to resolve accounting issues and support business decisions.
Process Improvement & Project Management: Lead finance initiatives, improve accounting processes and controls, and manage projects, priorities and reporting deadlines effectively.
Qualifications & Experience
- Eight + years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
- ACA or equivalent professional qualification.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- Experience in a multinational organisation; biotechnology or pharmaceutical experience is desirable.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP and SOX.
- Experience with complex commercial arrangements and SAP is preferred.
