Sr. Accounting and External Reporting – Analyst

Mondelēz International; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a finance professional to reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and bank statements, and to analyze performance for financial reporting. You will support month-end close, statutory reporting, and audits, contributing to a strong control environment.

The role requires knowledge of GAAP, IFRS or local GAAP, and experience with SAP and MS Office, along with professional accounting qualifications. Prior FMCG/CPG or Big Four exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA/ACCA/ICMA with post-qualification experience in finance and accounting.
• Experience in U.S. GAAP/IFRS/local GAAP and close processes.
• Knowledge of policy, controls and compliance design including SOX reporting.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and bank statements.
• Prepare financial statements, reports and statutory reporting.
• Support month-end / quarter / year-end close activities with internal teams and service providers.
• Assist with audits and ensure strong controls and compliance.

Skills

US GAAP

IFRS

Local GAAP

Close processes

SAP

SOX compliance

Financial reporting

Business acumen

Leadership

Growth mindset

Microsoft Office

Education

CA/ACCA/ICMA

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.

Under broad supervision, you will reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and/or bank statements. You may also perform moderately complex analyses of performance results. In addition, you will compile, consolidate, and analyze accounting and finance information for financial statements and reports and perform other special projects as assigned.

How You Will Contribute

You will:

• Support accounting and external reporting activities including accurate and timely U.S. GAAP reporting and timeliness and integrity of statutory financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, KPIs, fixed assets, restructuring and intercompany charges. As required, you will support activities performed by Mondelēz International Business Services/third-party service providers during month/quarter /year-end close, statistical reporting and statutory audit
• Contribute to strong controls and compliance environment and comply with Mondelēz International’s AER policies. Support audit activities and provide information on auditors' request
• Perform moderately complex analysis of performance results as requested
• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement. You will also identify ways of working in your area of responsibility
• Contribute to a high-performing Accounting and External Reporting (AER) team. Invest in personal development and contribute to the overall development of peers and the AER team

What You Will Bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in accounting and external reporting including understanding U.S. GAAP, IFRS or local GAAP, close processes and financial reporting systems (SAP experience preferred). Knowledge in policy, controls and compliance design including SOX reporting
• BUSINESS ACUMEN and experience working in FMCG/CPG Industry or Big Four accounting preferred
• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills. Experience working as a finance leader managing cross-functional and business partner teams to drive timely and accurate results
• GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and financial system knowledge
• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values, policies and external regulations

More About This Role

What you need to know about this position:

• Ensuring effective and timely execution of month-end reporting activities and relevant regional reporting
• Ensuring timely and effective closure of audits
• Preparation of cashflow forecast and landing estimates through implementing accurate and reasonable analytical basis
• Ensure all BU fixed assets are tagged 100% and all assets are capitalised/disposed on a timely and compliant basis

What extra ingredients you will bring:

• Internal and external stakeholders management
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in an effective manner
• Problem-solving approach and deadline oriented
• Proficiency in SAP / MS Office, etc.

Education / Certifications:

• Qualified CA / ACCA / ICMA

Job specific requirements:

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in the field
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of finance and reporting activities including IFRS
• Effective presentation and analytical skills
• Knowledge of tax laws and concepts is a plus

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Mondelēz International in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan serves the Middle East and Africa markets as well as Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Canada. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, we have more than 2600 employees working across seven plants and six commercial offices; we make, bake, sell and deliver our products to customers. We are market leaders in key snacking categories with iconic global and local brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate, Milka, Oreo and belVita biscuits, Barni Cakes,Tang powdered beverage, Chiclets and Trident gum and Halls candy.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

Regular
Accounting & External Reporting
Finance