CHIEF ACCOUNTANT RTR (406122)

Responsibilities

• Independently manage Record to Report (R2R) accounting processes for selected group entities.
• Prepare and post General Ledger journal entries.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in line with the established closing schedule.
• Reconcile balance sheet and profit & loss accounts, and analyze balances and transactions.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Prepare provisions, accruals, deferrals, and other period-end closing entries.
• Prepare data for statutory and group reporting purposes.
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Prepare documentation and provide explanations for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with Tax, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Treasury teams to ensure accurate accounting treatment of business transactions.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in projects related to the optimization, standardization, and automation of finance and accounting processes.
• Create and update process documentation and procedures.

Requirements

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial accounting, with a strong focus on General Ledger and/or Record to Report processes.
• Very good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Good command of English, French would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of IFRS is considered an advantage.
• High level of accuracy, independence, and analytical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage priorities.