Financial Accounting and Reporting Coordinator

Job title:

Financial Accounting and Reporting Coordinator

Company:

Unilever

Job description

ABOUT UNILEVER IN KATOWICEIt is Unilever’s in-house centre of business partnering and operational excellence in the area of finance services, supply chain, customs, procurement, integrated planning and performance delivery. There are 300 people in Katowice Hub.The modern Katowice Hub office, whose interiors were designed according to the principles of sustainable development, is located in the city centre of Katowice, Poland. We are working in the hybrid way to use the time spent in the office to influence collaboration and straighten the team spirit, using special designed for this purpose office areas.JOB PURPOSEUnilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are passionate to lead the delivery of accurate performance of accounting operations within the end-to-end service delivery model ensuring the month end reporting for a cluster of countries and to lead continuous improvement & harmonization initiatives for one of the R2R Process for Europe to increase cost-efficiency & speed of the service delivery model and audit then this role is just for you!WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BETake E2E ownership for the accuracy & correctness of the books for a cluster of countries with medium-complex legal structureTo manage and co-ordinate the end to end process for transacting, closing and reporting the Group accounts including control and reconciliation of the general ledgerEnsure effective management of all input to financial systems and the control, verification, and processing of all financial transactions – either through the own team or the external service providerEnsure accounting rules are properly applied for both management and financial accounts in compliance with corporate standards and secures integrity of financial systems and the financial operating model, in accordance with financial procedures, external audit requirements and best accounting practicePresent & explain movements in financial statements to National Finance Director or VP Finance in quarterly close meetingsVerify accounts reconciliation performed by service providerEnsure intercompany balances at minimum levelTo lead strategic continuous improvement & harmonization initiatives for one of the R2R Process for Europe to increase cost-efficiency & speed of the service delivery modelManage the relationship with Service Recipient Managers in the MCOs. Interact with the Controllers and National Finance Director or VP Finance wherever requiredDeveloping win-win relationships with selected providers to meet our current and future requirementsTake responsibility for the end-to-end financial accounting process for all countries servicedWHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEEDExperiences & QualificationsUniversity degree (preferable accountancy, economy, or finance) or ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant would be an assetGood knowledge of IFRS and Financial Accounting (R2R) confirmed by 2-3 years of experienceDemonstrated track record of excellent service delivery and crisis managementSkillsEmbedding a service excellence mindset and focusing on client and user needsEffective communications both written and oral in EnglishAbility to apply professional knowledge in accounting provisions, accounting principles, preparation, audit and disclosure requirements to make appropriate judgements and recommend solutionsProject and Change ManagementPerformance ImprovementNetworkingLeadershipYou are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) BehaviorsPASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

Expected salary

Location

Katowice, śląskie

Job date

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 02:00:59 GMT

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