Financial Reporting Senior Specialist

Job Title

Financial Reporting Senior Specialist

Job Title: Financial Reporting Specialist Consolidation

Position type: Permanent

Location: Bogota, Hybrid

About Your Business Area/Department :

The Regional Accounting Center (RAC) is a specialized department within the Finance Team, focused on managing the Local Statutory Accounts, audit processes and accounting risk management for North and South America.

Summary of the role:

The Financial Reporting Specialist Consolidation plays a pivotal role in the organization's financial operations, with primary responsibility for the manual preparation of consolidated and sub-consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Local GAAP. This includes overseeing financial reporting for five entities in United States and more than ten international subsidiaries and branches.

A key aspect of the position includes managing the audit process with internal stakeholders, interacting with the auditors, addressing their inquiries, and meeting audit deadlines. Thus, having prior experience in audit procedures and collaborating with auditors is an asset.

The job requires a proactive attitude towards handling and reviewing financial data, alongside the preparation of detailed variance analysis reports.

The Financial Reporting Senior Specialist will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with local GAAP and IFRS and contributing to the overall financial integrity of the organization by providing the accounting risk management to the business and the Finance Service Center (FSC).

In this role you'll:

• Perform manual consolidation a sub-consolidation of the group companies according to IFRS.

• Prepare the Local Statutory Accounts (LSA) of the consolidated group including cash flow and notes including cash flow and notes under IFRS.

• Ensure the reliability and accuracy of financial statements.

• Coordinate the approval process for Local Statutory Accounts, ensuring all required documentation is accurately prepared and submitted for final sign-off.
• Liaise with auditors and support audit processes.
• Prepare and post monthly accruals, as well as record all other necessary accounting entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform frequent reconciliations and clearing of designated Balance Sheet accounts to ensure effective accounting risk management.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis reports to identify trends and discrepancies.
• Identify and implement improvements in financial reporting procedures to enhance compliance with IFRS and strengthen the organization's financial integrity.
• Work with Central Team and Finance Service Center to coordinate implementation of policies and procedures.

About the ideal candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, master's, or local certified accountant title is a plus
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in financial consolidation, preferably in a multinational company
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and consolidation techniques Advanced Excel skills (Pivot, VLOOKUP's, etc.)
• Experience in SAP/4 HANA with BPC consolidation module is a plus
• Prior experience with statutory audits is highly valued
• Analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multitask effectively
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial reporting
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Required languages: proficient in Spanish and English

What we can offer you:

• Get rewarded with competitive remuneration, individual and company annual bonus, vacation and holiday paid time off, health insurances and other competitive benefits.

• Hybrid working model.

• Professional development to broaden your knowledge and enhance your skills with on-line learning hubs packed with technical and soft skills training that allow you to develop and grow.

• Enter a diverse and inclusive workplace, join one of the world's top travel technology companies and take on a role that impacts millions of travelers around the globe.

Working at Amadeus, you will find

• A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
• A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
• Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
• A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
• A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
• A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
• A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.