Join our Consolidation team and take on the responsibility for the timely and accurate consolidation of financial data, performing critical analyses on this data and providing reliable reporting to all stakeholders. You report to the Consolidation Manager and will receive opportunities to develop your expertise and experience (consolidation, reporting, accounting, …).
1. You actively perform analyses on the financials received from local finance departments and collaborate with them on consolidation and reporting matters.
2. Being the business owner of the intercompany reconciliation process, you have a pro-active approach in resolving differences in a structural way together with the local teams.
3. You have a key role in drafting the IFRS consolidated Financial Statements and the half-year interim financial statements.
4. Part of the role is to be the owner of the Group Accounting Manual (implementing, optimising and keeping up to date) and participate in projects impacting consolidation such as tax reporting, IFRS 16, M&A, …
5. As key user of the consolidation tool, you analyse the technical accuracy of the data and take corrective actions if needed. We also count on you to play a key role in the implementation of a new consolidation tool.
6. On top, you participate in meetings with auditors on financial statements content and are responsible for resolving issues raised by the auditors.
To be able to achieve the above and be successful in this role we believe you need to have:
7. A strong academic background including a Master’s degree in Applied Economics or Commercial Engineering
8. Knowledge of ERP systems (such as SAP) and consolidation tools (such as SAP BPC), as well as an interest in digital tools & data analysis.
9. A sharp analytical mind with strongly developed problem solving skills and the ability to set your priorities and work independently and proactively.
10. The ability to focus on results while working in an accurate and methodical manner.
11. A personality profile that matches well with an environment where Team Spirit, Openness and Passion are key.
12. Fluency in Dutch & English