Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation Lead responsible for managing consolidation and reporting functions in high-quality food and beverage company. Collaborating with various teams to drive financial effectiveness and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Handling of Group Consolidation & Reporting
Own and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation of Group Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
Establish and manage a robust close calendar covering entity submissions, consolidation activities, and reporting timelines
Coordinate preparation of consolidated financial reports and statutory reporting packs
Collaborate closely with Corporate Secretariat, FP&A, and Group Controller teams
Act as process owner for consolidation system implementation and enhancements
Partner with IT and SAP CoE to drive automation, system upgrades, data integration, and process efficiencies
Lead troubleshooting and continuous process improvements
Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks around consolidation and financial statement
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on IFRS
Lead interactions with Group and country-level auditors
Handle critical accounting matters with sound technical judgment
Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing consolidation team
Partner with local Finance Controllers, Treasury, Tax, IT, and senior leadership to align objectives and drive continuous improvement across finance operations
Support mergers, acquisitions, liquidations, and due diligence activities.
Requirements
Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15+ years of post-qualification experience (preferably qualified in 2010 or earlier)
Minimum of 8 years in group consolidation and reporting roles
Strong expertise in IFRS and related accounting standards
Advanced knowledge of consolidation tools such as SAP BPC, HFM, or other established consolidation systems
Deep understanding of SAP systems, consolidation modules, system integration, and data governance
Proven experience in consolidating 100+ legal entities across multiple geographies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in mergers and acquisitions integration is a strong advantage
Strong leadership capabilities, including team management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive mindset with a track record of driving automation and efficiency.
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