Michael Page
Job title:
Senior Accountant – English Speaker
Company:
Michael Page
Job description
The role of Senior Accountant has the following key responsibilities:
- Accounting and Reporting o Manage monthly financial reporting and controls for EMEA’s entities (Spain and Italy branch), including:
- Completeness and accuracy of transactions in the Group accounting system
- Accurate presentation of the company P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements ▪ Preparation of monthly general ledger reconciliations
- Variance analysis
- Monthly results review meetings with the Group head office
- Drive the forecasting & budget process for the EMEA businesses
- Maintain stewardship of EMEA’s business assets
- Manage Purchasing, Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable functions
Financial process and controls
- Assist in design and implementation of local policies and procedures consistent with the Group
- Ensure compliance with Global policies and procedures
- Work with cross functional teams to determine appropriate financial control points
Funding & Treasury
- Monitor cash position and maintain flow forecasts
- Assist in managing funding arrangements (such as intercompany loans and equity injections)
- Maintain banking mandates in line with Group Treasury requirements
Tax & Legal
- Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and tax obligations (income taxes, indirect taxes)o Support the Group in ensuring adequate Insurances are in place
- Oversee performance of financial reporting obligations
- Coordinate legal and financial fillings for each entity
- Liaise with corporate secretary to maintain filing compliance of entities o Oversee the local audit process & support the global audit process where (if required)
- Be aware of transfer pricing arrangements and coordinate preparation of yearly transfer price returns (if required)
Payroll and compensation
- Support the payroll process through review and ensuring accuracy;
- Liaise with an external payroll provider
- Work with HR Team to define local incentives plan, implement and review incentives payouts
- Act as the Travel and Expenses administrator to ensure compliance with Group and local policies
Projects/ Business Partnering
- Manage financial aspects of projects including invoicing and collection as well as support the quotation process
- Support senior executives and project managers to ensure that financial metrics of projects are at the forefront of their decision making
- Liaise with Global HR on EMEA HR activities
- Systems
- Local lead for the Group’s accounting system (SAP Business One) and expense management system (Concur)
English is required|International Environment
- Degree in Accounting & Finance required
- Chartered Accountant or local equivalent
- Very good command of English Experience & Knowledge
- 5-10 Years + post qualification experience
- Experience of 5-10 years in similar position/s with business partnering and exposure to international business across multiple European Union country members
- Working with external auditors, tax consultants, bankers and lawyers
- Commits & meets deadlines and priorities consistently – able to deliver under pressure
- Proven ability to deliver results whilst multitasking a range of complex tasks/activities by leveraging cross functional relationships
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Aptitude for technology – Systems savvy
The Senior Accountant (EMEA) role is a broad role and responsible for assisting in efficient and effective finance tasks and supporting general office administration.
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid model
Expected salary
€40000 – 41000 per year
Location
Girona
Job date
Wed, 11 Sep 2024 22:45:25 GMT
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