Be a solid business partner and subject matter expert, with other finance teams, supply chain management, divisional financial planning & analyses, business controls and multi region GBS teams.
Own EMEA inventory accounting (processes), analysis and reporting, including external and BSC global warehouse, and consignment inventory.
Own and safeguard key SOX controls related to inventory and cost of goods sold accounting. This includes, amongst but not limited to, full inventory reserves and inventory verification processes.
Execute month/quarter/year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate close and financial reports preparation.
Identify and implement process improvement and standardization.
Apply LEAN methodologies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes.
Determined focus on analyzing (balance sheet and profit and loss) accounts, preparing reports, reconciling accounts, and performing the monthly financial close and consolidation, external and internal reporting, monitoring SOX/internal control requirements, support audits, and maintaining & performing software interfaces with SAP.
Drive compliance in all finance-related matters and ensure compliance with Corporate and local policies, statutory requirements and GAAP principles.
Support internal and external audits and audit-related accounting matters (SOX, Global Internal Audit).
Participate in implementing quality requirements in all aspects of the financial process.
Ensure all activities comply with legal demands, ethical standards and the Internal Quality Management System
Who are we looking for:
Bachelor Financial accounting or Business Economics
5+ years relevant experience
SAP experience, additional automation capabilities are a plus
Fluent in English, additional language capabilities are a plus
DE&I minded individual
Strong verbal & written communication skills and focus on building relationships
Self-motivated yet team player and takes ownership in all responsibilities
Change agent that focuses on a high level of quality
Continuous Improvement and analytical mindset
Role to be filled at Senior Accountant level with demonstrable experience and skillset