ControllerSenior Analyst Financial Accounting Germany
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About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
11The Team: The EMEA Enterprise Controller team is responsible for the month end close management & statutory reporting and internal controls across the region. The team values collaboration across various corporate functions in delivering to our internal & external stakeholders and a strong team ethic. The role reports to the German Controller embedded in an international team.
The Impact: The role will be responsible for all financial duties for some German entities and any other countries that are deemed appropriate. We are looking for a candidate who is a problem solver with an analytical mindset who is comfortable with taking on responsibility to ensure compliance with local statutory requirements. The candidate will play a key role in providing support for all Controllership matters. The role is a key leadership position.
Responsibilities:
- Analysis/interrogation of key balance sheet & P&L accounts with preparation and posting of any associated journals
- Preparation of financial statements for legal entities in accordance with US and local GAAP
- Responsibility for month end processes including the preparation & posting of journals along with preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations
- Liaising and interacting with external auditors pursuant to the timely completion of statutory audits carried out on legal entities
- Assistance with preparation of tax returns and associated accounting workflows including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts
- Preparation of VAT returns and associated accounting workflows including processing of payment and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts
- Support the EMEA Controller team with merger acquisition & disposal projects and legal entity restructuring projects impacting the region
- To support on process improvement projects identifying and implementing best practice processes across the region
- Assistance with Legal Entity Rationalization
- This is Hybrid role with 2 days per week work from S&P Global Frankfurt office
What Were Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in finance economics or accounting German qualification Bilanzbuchhalter/in or ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification
- Strong technical accounting skills/knowledge of German GAAP and IFRS
- Ability to prepare financial statements
- Relevant audit background / experience preferably with the Big 4 audit firms
- Minimum 5 years experience in Financial Reporting or Accounting
- Good understanding of VAT and general tax accounting
- Experience with financial statement reporting obligations including an understanding of German GAAP and local requirements and internal controls
- Fluency in German and English
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Good interpersonal written and oral communication skills
- Well organized and able to prioritize conflicting deadlines
- Real team player with innate desire to contribute to change
- Attention to detail
- Handson approach
- Delivers excellence with agility and rigor
- A strong desire to exceed expectations
- Results orientated
- Real team player with innate desire to contribute to change
Whats In It For You
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a selfstarter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity Discovery Partnership
At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay retirement planning a continuing education program with a companymatched student loan contribution and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones too with some bestin class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits/benefitsummaries
Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and equal opportunity ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status military veteran status unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability please send an email to:and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only:The EEO is the Law Poster discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Professional (EEO2 Job CategoriesUnited States of America) FINANC202.2 Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)
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Employment Type
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