Financial Accounting Team Manager

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for assigned legal entities.

• Oversee all financial operations, including financial reporting, statutory reporting, direct and indirect taxes.

• Ensure compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and internal accounting policies.

• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and management reports.

• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes

• Review and approve financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting packages

• Analyze financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations to Finance Director.

• Develop / implement financial strategies to optimize the organization's financial performance and mitigate risks.

• Review JEs and Recons performed by P3s and P4s

• Review balance sheet and P&L  trending for each entity after load to FCC

• Quarterly balance sheet review with Regional Controller & Corp Team

• Track month-end closing checklist and performance, deliver on closing KPIs

• Track statutory audits and performance, deliver on audit KPIs

• Review EBITDA addbacks in relevant cost centers and accounts

• Review and track external consultant spend, including audit and tax support

• Provide guidance for treatment of ad hoc AP invoices and payments

Team Leadership

• Lead and coach the accounting team in their day-to day operation of their core activities.

• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and support professional development

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture

• Deliver onboarding plan and execute for new joiners

• Provide training for all levels below

Process Improvements & Controls

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency & accuracy

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence across all entities

• Support system upgrades and automation initiatives

• Review policies and procedures

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Legal teams to ensure alignment and support business initiatives.

• Provide financial insights and analysis to senior management.

• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• Very strong analytical skills and strong understanding of accounting principles.

• Solid understanding of US GAAP, Revenue recognition standards and Compliance risk 

• processes

• Strong forward and process thinking skills and good understanding of system functionalities.

• Strong Communication skills (oral and written)

• Exhibits a high level of attention to details.

• Highly motivated, self-starter willing to deliver results and meet strict deadlines.

• Positive attitude, proactive and flexible.

• Good organization skills and problem-solving skills.

• Good interpersonal and collaboration skills

• Ability to deal with competing priorities and projects and work under time pressure.

• B.S. in accounting, finance or related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience required in finance or accounting.

• Previous experience working in a Shared Services/GBS environment an advantage.

• CPA\ or equivalent required is a plus.

• Must have a working knowledge of US GAAP and other local & regional accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, IASB)

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.

• Ability to speak other European languages is a plus

What we offer

• Private healthcare including dental care – MEDICOVER,

• Life and long-term disability insurance,

• MyBenefit Cafeteria system,

• Multisport Card,

• Social Fund Subsidies,

• Home Office allowance,

• Tuition reimbursement,

• Referral awards,

• Internal career development opportunities in multiple business areas,

• Day off to celebrate your birthday, and up to 3 additional days of vacation by length of service in the company.