Financial Closing Lead
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Closing Lead to join our team. As a Financial Closing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day General Ledger (GL) accounting, closing, and asset management processes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and mentor the GL & Closing team and Asset Accounting team, providing guidance on technical accounting matters.
* Promote a collaborative and supportive work culture to enhance teamwork and productivity.
* Regularly assess team performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
* Communicate updates and issues related to Accounting and Closing process to the Record to Report (RTR) lead.
* Periodically oversee the performance of GL accounting, Asset Accounting, Closing, and Reconciliation activities.
* Ensure compliance with close calendar schedule and perform periodic reviews to identify updates required.
* Lead and coordinate the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded and reported.
* Oversee the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely standalone financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)/Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and timely provide data for Group consolidation.
* Oversee accuracy of provisions and accruals accounting, cost allocation and distribution, and adjustments post-Trial Balance review and close.
* Ensure that the team's performance is in line with the company's goals.
* Ensure that all reviews are handled in compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and quality standards.
* Collaborate with Record to Report Lead, Group Finance Controllership, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of financial processes and evaluate process improvement initiatives.
* Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting, working closely with internal and external auditors during audits.
Requirements:
* Total relevant experience of 5-8 years in accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes, with a focus on leadership roles.
* In-depth knowledge of IFRS, GAAP standards, and accounting principles.
* Strong understanding of GL accounting, closing, reporting, fixed asset accounting, and intercompany accounting.
* Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA - ERP.
* Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer:
As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Our benefits differ across regions; our recruiting team will be able to give more details.