Finance & Accounting Manager

This role oversees an accounting team and leads the delivery of financial reporting and closing activities across multiple Maisons and markets. He/She will also partner closely with Business Planning & Control on close and variance analysis, and drives continuous improvement in processes, controls, and finance systems.

The Scope

Accounting Operations

• Responsible for all month-end and period-end closing by reviewing the team’s deliverables, including monthly submissions to HQ
• Manage key transactional processes and ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure proper recognition of revenues, expenses, and accruals in line with accounting standards
• Be the key point of contact with the business planning & control team for month-end closing to understand prospective landings with identified risks and opportunities
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data related to external parties and internal accounts

Regulatory Compliance & Controls

• Strengthen internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, and misstatements, within all relevant transactional accounting functions
• Support all internal and external audit processes with accurate documentation and analysis, and address enquiries
• Lead statutory and compliance matters relating to accounting topics

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting processes, specifically for high-volume financial transactions and GL management
• Develop tools for improved financial reporting and transparency
• Support finance system setup, improvements, and enhancements by working closely with project teams that may involve F&A, IS&T, and others, especially concerning core accounting modules

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and coach team members
• Promote cross-functional collaboration with FP&A, operations, and compliance functions
• Embed a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement in accounting practices

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10 years of relevant experience in accounting, audit, or finance operations, with prior people management experience
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to guide, develop, and review the work of the accounting team
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP), internal controls, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and hands-on experience with ERP and finance systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex accounting matters and drive sound decisions
• High attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring integrity of financial reporting and compliance
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and business functions
• Experience in process improvement, system enhancements, and driving operational efficiency initiatives
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multi-entity / multi-market environment