Financial Accounting Specialist

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Supports effective financial operations by executing accounting processes, assisting in budgeting and forecasting, consolidating financial data, and providing analysis to support decision-making. Ensures accuracy of financial records, compliance with regulatory requirements, and timely reporting. Contributes to financial planning consistency and operational efficiency to support profitability and business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting Management and Financial Control:
• Executes and monitors accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Supports month-end and year-end closing processes, preparing reconciliations and required documentation.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, IFRS, and local GAAP through proper documentation and adherence to procedures.
• Identifies discrepancies or variances and supports investigation and resolution.
• Financial Planning and Budgeting:
• Assists in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts by gathering data and performing initial analysis.
• Prepares standard reports and contributes to monthly business reviews with variance analysis against budget and prior periods.
• Supports financial planning processes by maintaining data accuracy and consistency in financial systems.
• Provides operational support to business partners with financial data and insights.
• Financial Analysis and Business Support:
• Performs detailed financial analysis on performance trends, costs, and profitability drivers.
• Supports evaluation of store performance and investment initiatives through data analysis.
• Prepares reports and dashboards to track key KPIs and highlight performance gaps.
• Contributes to identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost control.
• Cash Management:
• Supports daily and weekly cash monitoring and reporting activities.
• Assists in cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Performs cash reconciliations and investigates discrepancies in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Ensures adherence to cash handling procedures and internal policies.

Key Relationships:

• Local and regional Finance teams
• FP&A and Controlling teams
• Commercial and operational stakeholders
• Internal and external auditors

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail with focus on data accuracy
• Proficiency in financial systems and Excel / data tools / BI
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting IFRS
• Intermediate English Level (B1/B2)

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