Senior Group Technical Accounting and Reporting Specialist (m/f/d)
- Responsible for operational execution and processes, including definition of the standards and policies for A&R, validation and processing of subsidiaries’ inputs and preparation of Group public reports
- Subject matter expert on specific A&R topics including, but not limited to, restructuring, revenue recognition, inventories and provisions for industrial companies
- Researching on technical accounting matters and preparing technical accounting memos for internal stakeholders and the external auditors
- Leading role in group-wide projects with focus on accounting, A&R including the implementation of updates to US GAAP standards
- Organizing and facilitating internal and external training on accounting and reporting related matters
- Designing and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting and performing control activities in the respective area of responsibility in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
- First point of contact for the group external auditor
- University degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
- U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) coupled with in-depth experience in technical accounting and financial reporting according to US GAAP and SEC standards
- International work experience obtained in a multinational company in the industrial sector preferred
- Experience in finance project management involving significant change management
- Experience in delivering accounting and reporting trainings according to US GAAP standards
- Fluent in English, other languages are an added advantage
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to deliver clear and concise guidance and instructions to subsidiaries, other Group functions and Business Areas
- Ability to be diplomatic and yet persistent in the resolution of identified deviations from Accounting & Reporting Guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels and contributing to a team
- Cultural sensitivity, self-motivated and used to working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Willingness to work virtually with colleagues in the Business Areas located in different geographies
- Work in a leading global technology company
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