Own the month-end close governance, calendar, and readiness; drive timely completion of close activities with clear accountability and escalation.
Review trial balance and key movements across P&L and Balance Sheet; ensure appropriate substantiation, correct accounting treatment, and quality of results.
Prepare/review monthly reporting packs, including commentary and insights, present key drivers, risks, and actions to Local Management.
Prepare, review, and analyze cash flow forecasts to support optimal liquidity; identify potential shortfalls and coordinate reviews with FP&A and Treasury.
Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements and reporting packs in Hyperion (and other reporting systems, as applicable).
Lead cross-functional coordination with Business Development and Legal to reconcile Unit Counts; ensure a robust audit trail, clear definitions, and disciplined cut-offs.
Drive P&L variance analytics and storytelling; challenge assumptions, ensure accurate explanations, and translate results into actionable insights.
Requirements
Chartered Accountant (CA).
5–6 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, accounting/month-end close, and variance analysis; experience in a multinational and/or shared services environment preferred.
Experience managing close timelines, driving cross-functional dependencies, and performing quality/compliance reviews of reporting deliverables.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and internal control principles, with the ability to maintain audit-ready documentation.
Strong capability in financial statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliations/roll-forwards, analytical reviews, and management reporting.
Hands-on experience with ERPs (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and consolidation/reporting tools (Hyperion Financial Management preferred); ability to troubleshoot data and reporting issues.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; able to clearly explain variances, financial drivers, and recommendations to both finance and non-finance partners.
Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced, month-end-driven environment, and to escalate risks early and constructively.