Accounting & External Reporting Analyst

Mondelez International; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking an accounting professional to classify and analyze records, prepare financial statements, and support U.S. GAAP and statutory reporting under close supervision.

You will work with Mondelēz Business Services and external providers during close cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. The role emphasizes controls, compliance, and continuous improvement, with collaboration across finance teams in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in accounting and controlling in a similar environment
• FMCG experience advantageous
• SAP experience preferred
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Classify, examine and analyze accounting records and prepare financial reports
• Support external reporting activities including U.S. GAAP reporting and statutory reporting
• Assist with month/quarter/year-end close and intercompany charges
• Contribute to a strong controls and compliance environment and support audits
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency

Skills

Accounting & Reporting

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Digital mindset

Integrity

Education

University degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Tools

SAP

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 close supervision, you will classify, examine, and analyze accounting records, prepare financial reports and statements and perform special projects as assigned. You will also support other accounting and external reporting activities.

How you will contribute

• 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 also 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 a strong controls and compliance environment and comply with Mondelēz International's AER policies. You will also support audit activities and provide information at an auditor's request
• Perform special projects and analyses as requested
• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement. You will also identify opportunities to improve ways of working in your area of responsibility
• Contribute to a high-performing Accounting and External Reporting (AER) team and invest in your personal development

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 strong communication skills. Team player with a drive to deliver 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

Education / Certifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Job specific requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in accounting and controlling having worked in a similar environment / role for at least 12 months
• FMCG experience advantageous
• SAP Experience preferred
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross functional teams

Travel requirements: None

Work schedule: Hybrid working model

No Relocation support available

Mondelēz International's Sub Saharan Africa Business Unit is made up of three key focus areas namely Southern Africa, West Africa and the Rest of Africa Markets.

The Business Unit is home to approximately 1000 Makers and Bakers who strive to bring only the best quality and loved brands to our consumers. Mondelēz International in Sub Saharan Africa is proud to house global legacy brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Halls and Bournvita, together with local jewels such as Cadbury LunchBar, Chappies, TomTom and Dentyne.

The Business Unit's Markets have consistently been awarded Top Employer certification, and has been recognised as a Top Employer in Africa.

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

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands - both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum

Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.

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