Junior Divisional Controller

We are currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Junior Divisional Controller to join our finance team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting financial operations, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and contributing to the financial reporting process. If you are a self-motivated individual with a strong understanding of accounting principles and a passion for excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:
•    Month-end and Year-end Close Support:

• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, collaborating with finance teams responsible for report preparation.
• Establish direct communication lines to facilitate the timely and accurate preparation of reports.

•    Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Lead and consolidate budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Oversee treasury reporting, CAPEX reporting, flash EBITDA, and monthly reporting package.

•    Audit Participation:

• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

•    Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and provide insights for decision-making.

•    SAP Implementation:

• Undertake Controller roles in SAP implementation on the divisional level, contributing to the successful execution of tasks.

•    Profitability Reporting:

• Work closely with the business controller to prepare reports for profitability analysis.

•    Internal Controls and Process Improvement:

• Assist in implementing and enhancing internal controls and financial processes.

•    Monthly Financial Review Meetings:

• Arrange monthly meetings with local financial managers to analyze financial results.
• Prepare consolidated review reports for board meetings.

•    Variance and Business Analyses:

• Conduct variance and business analyses in collaboration with local finance teams.

Skills:

•    Proficient in written and spoken English.
•    Financial analysis: ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights to support decision-making processes.
•    Advanced Excel: strong skills in utilizing Excel for financial modelling, data analysis, and report preparation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
•    Communication skills: excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
•    Analytical thinking and problem-solving: analytical mindset with the ability to approach financial challenges creatively, offering solutions and contributing to process improvements.
•    ERP systems: ability to navigate and leverage financial ERP systems effectively is a plus.

Qualifications:
•    Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
•    1 to 3 years previous experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably with exposure to month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting is a plus.