We have an incredible opportunity for a Financial Closing Lead to join our SDO team. As a Financial Closing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day GL accounting, closing and asset management processes. The position involves leading a team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and providing inputs for consolidation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. The Lead will also play a crucial role in supporting the organization's financial stability and strategic objectives.
WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?Lead and mentor 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 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 IFRS / GAAP and timely providing 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, work closely with internal and external auditors during audits.WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED?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 IS ON 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.
OUR HIRING PROCESSBefore we enter a hiring process, your job application will be reviewed by a member of our recruiting team. Your application will be reviewed in line with the hiring competencies we have for the role you have applied for. If your experience aligns with the requirements, you will enter our hiring process which will consist of the following:
Behavioral AssessmentLeadership InterviewABOUT SCANDINAVIAN TOBACCO GROUPAt Scandinavian Tobacco Group, we always encourage you to craft the career that makes you more. We have a rich heritage that dates back 250 years and have been operating as a Scandinavian Tobacco Group since 1961. We operate in over 100 countries, employing over 10,000 people. We offer a diverse portfolio of iconic brands ranging from Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas and most recently branched into smokeless tobacco through our recent acquisition of XQS. We are on a mission to focus on sustainability and minimizing our environmental footprint. We are committed to creating a culture that allows us to blend our strengths, to go far it takes a winning team, and this is why we pride ourselves on sharing our skills, knowledge and expertise to push each other forward.
Scandinavian Tobacco Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.
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