Manager, Legal Entity Controller Costa Ltd

Coca-Cola HBC; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola HBC is seeking a Finance professional in London to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and streamline financial processes. You will lead in financial record keeping, reporting, and analysis while driving operational improvements. The ideal candidate is experienced in finance with strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Leadership Development

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for continuous professional and personal growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or auditing.
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of internal control principles and good understanding of USGAAP, UK GAAP, and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate financial records maintained for USGAAP reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements while ensuring compliance.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

IFRS

Audit Management

Accounting Standards

Dynamics 365

Statutory Auditing

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or CIMA/ACCA/ACA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

At the Coca-Cola Company, we are a center of excellence working collaboratively to find innovative ways to strategically move the business forward by balancing short-term results and long-term sustainability. We set standards and policies for the company and seek candidates with proven ability to analyze and interpret financial data to make a global impact for some of the most recognized brands in the world.

In this role, you will steward internal control environments, develop productivity initiatives, review capital projects and strategies, and be accountable for the annual business planning and monthly rolling estimate process.

What You’ll Do for Us

Financial Record Keeping:

• Ensure the managed services provider maintains accurate financial records for the assigned legal entity related to USGAAP reporting.
• Liaise with process teams and managers to ensure correct transaction reporting.
• Record and classify financial transactions, including income, expenses, and assets.
• Maintain the statutory reporting ledger for the legal entity.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and IFRS regulations.
• Certify and sign off on actual results.
• Contribute to USGAAP corporate submissions as required.

Month-End and Year-End Close:

• Coordinate and execute month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of the financial close.

Tax Compliance:

• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns, working closely with tax specialists.
• Monitor changes in tax laws to ensure compliance.

Financial Analysis:

• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Provide insights and recommendations to management.

Compliance and Regulation:

• Stay updated on relevant standards and laws.
• Ensure adherence to all financial reporting and regulatory requirements.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes.
• Drive productivity through best practices and automation.

Audit Support:

• Collaborate with auditors and third-party providers during audits.
• Prepare documentation and address audit inquiries.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CIMA/ACCA/ACA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or auditing.
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Experience in change management across multiple functions.
• Advanced financial analysis, modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of internal control principles.
• Good understanding of USGAAP, UK GAAP, and IFRS.
• Desirable: experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.

What We Can Do for You

• Leadership Development: We believe everyone has potential to be a great leader.
• Total Rewards: Our comprehensive benefits package includes pay, benefits, and personal development.
• Learning & Development: We support continuous professional and personal growth.

Skills: IFRS, Audit Management, Accounting Standards, Dynamics 365, Statutory Auditing, GAAP, and related areas.