Financial Controller

Beam Suntory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global spirits company is looking for a Financial Controller in Greater London. The role involves ensuring accurate local accounting, partnering with business leaders on financial implications, and guiding statutory compliance. Candidates should have 5-9 years of relevant experience, preferably within a Big 4 Accounting Firm, a university degree in Business Administration or Accounting, and proficiency in SAP. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation in the premium spirits sector.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years experience, with a minimum of 3 years in Big 4 Accounting Firm.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills in an international setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that Local Accounts are accurately stated for minimal risks and precise reporting.
• Advise management on Accounting implications of operations and plans.
• Coordinate with auditors for timely and efficient completion of audits.

Skills

Accounting background

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

University degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

SAP R3 FI

BW/EDW

Job description

Suntory Global Spirits is a world leader in premium spirits with beloved iconic brands, rooted in more than 200 years of heritage and craftsmanship. Our values are deep-rooted, and we aspire to live our purpose to ‘Inspire the Brilliance of Life’ in everything we do. Our ambition is to become theWorld’s Most Admired Premium Spirits Company. We want to be Most Admired not only for our incredible brands, but also for the brilliant experiences we foster, the ways in which we bring people together, the impactful marketing and innovation we deliver, and for the positive impact we have on the world around us. When you’re on our team, you can build a career of personal and professional growth across functions, business units and geographies. At Suntory Global Spirits, our employees work together to Unleash Their Spirit and realize their full potential each and every day.

Financial Controller

The following positionis open inEngland,United Kingdom.

What makes this a great opportunity?

The successful candidate will have the chance to join a Global Team and play a significant role within the Controlling organization. The opportunity to act as a Business Partner for the market advising of potential implications of the decisions taken from an Accounting/Controls point of view.

Role Mission:

• Ensure Local Accounts are properly stated and there is strong controls in place to guarantee minimal risks and accurate Financial Statements for the local legal entity.
• It is a fundamental role in the finance structure of the company, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded for statutory and management reporting purposes according to Group Policies and internal procedures. The role´s duties also include accountability for accurate and timely closing and financial reporting to HQ.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and accuracy of the execution of close process for the local reporting unit in accordance with established deadlines and Company Policies and Accounting principles (Local GAAP and IFRS).
• Complete quality review of new agreements and contracts for financial and accounting implications before execution. Review should include assessment of revenue recognition based on terms of agreement per IFRS.
• Advise senior management on Accounting implications of current operations and future plans in accordance with Corporate policies & IFRS requirements with a strong business partnering mentality, always providing with solutions and/or alternatives to the business.
• Cooperation, engagement and coordination with various auditors (conducted by internal and external parties) to support timely and efficient completion of audits.
• Review of specified elements of the financial statements including critical, sensitive and judgmental areas, balance sheet forecasts, monthly general ledger account reconciliations…
• Responsible to ensure all business policies/ procedures are appropriate and timely updated and fully compliant with all internal/ external regulations and requirements. Implement standard Regional processes and requirements in the local unit. Responsibility on ensuring Statutory requirements are met.
• Highlight any process/ control gaps during the course of normal operations and develop measures to mitigate weaknesses.
• Maintain a close and constant link with Regional Controlling, always keeping them current on material or special transactions going on in the market as well as ensuring alignment on Accounting positions prior to proceed to implementation.
• Ad hoc roles deem relevant and appropriate for the role as assigned by direct reporting manager
• Support on-going projects in local market.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years experience, preferably inclusive a minimum of 3 years in Big 4 Accounting Firm
• University degree in Business Administration, Accounting or equivalent
• Technical skills (Accounting background, CPA/ACCA, Big 4, SOX)
• SAP R3 FI, and BW/EDW experiences
• Ability to work under pressure, comfortable with a fast-paced, change environment, result-oriented, paying careful attention to details.
• Collaboration and effective stakeholder management.
• Presentation experience (including preparation and delivery)
• Strong communication skills in an international environment
• Business fluent in English

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.