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Job Description Manager (R2R / Consolidation / Month-End Accounting)
Mandatory: Strong SAP knowledge Month-End Close Consolidation exposure
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Manager who will lead month-end close and consolidation activities for multiple entities. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge hands-on SAP experience and the ability to manage US GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements. The candidate will work closely with finance teams and auditors while ensuring high-quality and timely financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Reporting
- Execute complete month-end close in SAP including TB/P&L reviews suspense account checks and reporting pack preparation.
- Manage Sigma adjustments (leasing PPAs pensions) and ensure timely USD conversion for consolidated reporting.
Consolidation & Intercompany
- Perform monthly intercompany reconciliation and elimination of balances in BS and P&L.
- Manage cash pooling entries interest calculations and transfer of ICO balances to AP.
Accruals & Adjustments
- Calculate and post transport accruals rebates pension adjustments and other month-end provisions.
- Perform LOCOM inventory valuation and IFRS 15 revenue recognition validations.
General Ledger & Clearing Activities
- Review AP/AR subledgers before close; ensure correct booking of invoices and payments.
- Clear bank/sub-bank accounts and reclassify entries to appropriate GL or subledger.
- Handle factoring accounting and monitoring of factored receivables.
Audit & Statutory Compliance
- Support local group and Factoring audits with required documentation and JE details.
- Prepare annual financial statements.
Management Reporting & Allocations
- Prepare overhead reporting for multiple entities and classify standard vs. non-recurring costs.
- Manage quarterly management fee allocations based on cost drivers.
Process Governance & Improvement
- Maintain and update process documentation (DTP/SOP).
- Drive process improvement opportunities and ensure adherence to internal controls.
Qualifications & Skills Required
Must Have
- Minimum 7 years of experience in R2R / GL / Consolidation / Month-End roles.
- Strong SAP proficiency (FI/CO essential).
- Experience with US GAAP and/or IFRS reporting.
- Experience in intercompany accounting month-end close and financial reporting.
- Strong understanding of accruals reconciliations ledger controls and audit support.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to independently manage senior stakeholder communication.
Good to Have
- Experience with Sigma or any consolidation tool.
- Exposure to PPA pensions accounting or IFRS 15.
- Experience working in a global / multi-entity environment.
- Experience handling Netherlands/EMEA entities (added advantage).
Behavioural Competencies
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to work under tight timelines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Proactiveness in handling issues and driving process improvements.
- High level of ownership and accountability.
To qualify for the role you must have
- CA ACCA (UK) CPA or other relevant qualification
- 7-12 years relevant experience including experience in Insurance/Reinsurance
Ideally youll also have
- Proficiency in MS Excel MS Office.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice as necessary
- Strong communication Interpersonal Analytical Skills & highly proactive in approach
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