Consolidation Expert
Department: Finance
Position type: Permanent
Location: Luxembourg
DATA4'S MISSION
DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.
DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.
DATA4 VALUES
At DATA4 we are driven by our values. These are the core of everything we do – from the proactivity we show in delivering great outcomes for our clients, to the responsibility we show as a key contributor to the digital economy. Our three values are:
- To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
- To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
- To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Group Consolidation Specialist will play a key role in overseeing the group's statutory consolidation process, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of consolidated financial information in line with IFRS standards. This role involves preparing quarterly and annual consolidated accounts, collaborating with various stakeholders, and participating in projects aimed at optimizing consolidation processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision of Group's Statutory Consolidation:
- Coordinate the collection of financial data from the group’s various entities.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of consolidated financial information in accordance with IFRS.
- Manage all consolidation entries, ensuring they are correctly processed and aligned with group standards.
Preparation of Consolidated Accounts:
- Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated accounts for the group, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Analyze financial variations and discrepancies compared to previous periods, providing detailed explanations.
- Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial information across the entire group.
Communication with Stakeholders:
- Contribute to quarterly consolidation instructions to guide local and central finance teams in the preparation of consolidated accounts.
- Participate actively in the consolidation process and resolve any related issues in collaboration with local finance teams.
- Work closely with the shareholders’ finance team to prepare and review consolidated accounts for the Data4 consolidation.
- Provide financial analyses and reports for management and shareholders, highlighting key insights and trends.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the audit process for the Data4 consolidated accounts.
Regulatory and Normative Monitoring:
- Stay updated on changes and developments in IFRS standards.
- Ensure all consolidation practices are fully compliant with IFRS regulations.
Participation in Group Finance Projects:
- Contribute to projects focused on simplifying and streamlining the production of Data4 consolidated accounts.
- Actively participate in the project to internalize consolidation work currently outsourced to an external firm.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within consolidation processes and contribute to their implementation.
- Support any other projects related to the group's growth and expansion.
QUALIFICATION & SKILLS
- Master’s degree in accounting (DSCG), finance or in similar field.
- Experience in group consolidation or similar role; global experience preferably starting in a big 4.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS standards and their application in consolidation processes.
- Familiar with holdings under LBO topics and multi scope management
- Very good use of Excel and consolidation tools: OneStream
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Proficient in French and English.
Skills Required
- Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field
- Experience in group consolidation or a similar role
- Global experience, preferably beginning in a Big Four accounting firm
- Strong knowledge of IFRS standards and their application in consolidation processes
- Familiarity with holdings under LBO topics and multi-scope management
- Very good proficiency in Excel and OneStream
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement
- Proficiency in French and English
What We Do
DATA4 is a leading European operator and investor specializing in the construction and operation of ultra-secure, smart, scalable, and sustainable data centers. The company designs, builds, and operates digital infrastructures for French and international companies. It currently manages a diverse portfolio of data centers across France, Italy, Spain, Luxembourg, and Poland, providing essential infrastructure for the digital economy.
