Head of consolidation - Consumer EMEA

Sonoco; Paris; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoco is seeking a Head of Consolidation, Consumer EMEA to oversee end-to-end financial consolidation for all Consumer EMEA entities, ensuring alignment with US GAAP and Corporate reporting standards.

The role coordinates inputs from multiple ERP systems, delivers an audit-ready consolidated view, and partners with Controllership, FP&A and CoE teams to drive accuracy, timeliness and process improvement across the region.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial consolidation and reporting.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and corporate accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation for Consumer EMEA.
• Submit consolidated results to Corporate accurately and on time.
• Perform intercompany eliminations, FX, and top-side adjustments.
• Reconcile consolidated figures with underlying ERP data.
• Coordinate with Cont rollership, FP&A, and CoE teams; support audits and controls.

Skills

Financial consolidation

US GAAP

Multinational environment

Analytical skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As part of the continued strengthening of the Consumer EMEA Finance organization and the integration of legacy and acquired businesses, we are pleased to announce the opening of the role of Head of Consolidation, Consumer EMEA.This position reports into the Head of US Reporting & Compliance, Consumer EMEA and plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant consolidation and reporting of EMEA financial results to Corporate.

Role Purpose

The role is accountable for the end-to-end financial consolidation of all Consumer EMEA entities, ensuring alignment with US GAAP, corporate reporting standards, and segment requirements.The role acts as the single point of ownership for EMEA consolidation, coordinating inputs from multiple ERP systems and delivering a consistent, audit-ready consolidated view for Corporate Finance.

Key Responsibilities (Summary)

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation of Consumer EMEA resultsEnsure accurate and timely submissions to Corporate using the consolidation systemPerform and review consolidation entries (intercompany eliminations, FX, top-side adjustments)Reconcile consolidated results with underlying ERP dataCoordinate closely with Controllership, FP&A, and CoE teamsSupport audits and internal controls related to consolidation and reportingContribute to integration, standardization, and process improvement initiatives

The Role Is Well Suited For Colleagues Who

Have strong experience in financial consolidation, reporting, or corporate accountingAre comfortable working in a multinational, multi-entity environmentHave solid knowledge of US GAAP and consolidation principlesDemonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ownershipCan work effectively across functions and systems during periods of change

Why Apply

Key role in ensuring the quality and integrity of EMEA financial reportingHigh visibility with Consumer EMEA and Corporate Finance leadershipOpportunity to contribute to the design of a robust, future-state consolidation modelInvolvement in integration and transformation initiatives

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Please note that this position is available in the following locations: Paris (France), Manchester (UK), Murcia (Spain), and Kutno or Pruszcz (Poland). You can find the job posting with all listed locations here : https://sonoco.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CorporateCareers/job/Head-of-consolidation---Consumer-EMEA_JR-156353