Manage the Month-End Close: Lead the group consolidation timeable, ensurng all subsidiaries submitted accurate financial data within strict deadlines.
Group Consolidation: Prepare and execute the monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation process under IFRS, eliminating intercompany transactions, unrealised profits and investments.
Financial Statement Preparation: Draft the consolidated financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and Equity), including complex note disclosure.
Review & Analysis: Review subsidiary submissions for completeness and accuracy; investigate and resolve significant fluctuations and variances.
Report Packs: Prepare detailed management reporting packs providing insightful commentary on group financial performance.
Technical Guidance: Act as the subject-matter-expert on complex accouting topics such as Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements (FRS 118), Foreign Currency Transaction (IAS 21), Lease Accounting (SFRS 16), etc.
Audit Management: Act as the primary liaison for external auditors regarding group consolidation, managing the delivery of audit evidence and resolving queries efficiently.
Policy Implementation: Ensure consistent application of group accounting poliies across all subsidiaries.
Process & System Optimisation: Drive continuous improvement of consolidation tools (eg ORACLE, Prophix, Tableau, etc) to automate manual proceswses and reduce the closing cycle.
Intercompany Management: Oversee the intercompany matching and reconciliation process, revolving aged balances and ensuring efficient settlement.
Job Requirements
Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in finance with at least 3 years of dedicated experience in group consolidation.
Experience within logistics and real estate sector is an advantage.
Advanced proficiency in consolidation tools (eg ORACLE, Prophix, Tableau)
Expert-level excel and data mining skills.
Analytical thinking with the capability to translate raw data into actionable business insights and narratives.
Proven ability to translate complex group accounting policies and IFRS requirements into lucid, structured directives for country finance teams, ensuring a coherent application of standards and strict adherence in group reporting deadlines.
Thrives in time-sensitive environments, consistently delivering under tight turnarounds.
Proactive in identifying bottlenecks and proposing solutions.