Accelya is looking for a Corporate Finance Specialist within our Corporate Planning & Analysis team. This is an interim position so the ideal candidate should have a deep overview of most of the activities within a finance department from Payable and Receivable to accounting, intercompany reconciliation, reporting and controlling and development of internal control policies and procedures.You will be responsible for the budgeting and forecasting process, financial planning and analysis, management accounting and implementation of key corporate finance projects.You will partner with different internal and external stakeholders in different countries.You should be able to analyze the information in a detailed and critical way as this is relevant information shared with the Executive Committee.What will you do?Manage full life-cycle of the consolidated monthly closing:-Consolidation of the different legal entities-Support to local controllers-Ensure proper reporting as per the Group policies and aligned with the budget-Analysis of the monthly information and correction of deviations-Manage timelinesAnalyze profit-and-loss income statements and prepare reports and recommendations to management and other stakeholdersIn conjunction with the budget owners, develop and prepare on time the rolling forecast, annual budget and strategic plansCreates financial models of "what if" scenarios for future business planning decisionsAnalyzes profit-and-loss income statements and prepares reports and recommendations to managementEnsure quality control over financial transactions and financial reportingEnsure objectives/deliverables are met on-time and within budgetContinuous process improvement (align, simplify and gain in efficiencies)What do you need to know?Previous solid experience in similar positions and background within Big 4 or similar is required.In deep experience in corporate controlling within international organizations.Good knowledge in Accounting Standards (IFRS) and consolidation rulesFamiliar with tax filing proceduresSolid knowledge in IBM COGNOS or equivalent ERPExpert on MS office (especially excel) and good knowledge on BI toolsAbility to juggle multiple prioritiesHands-on, roll up your sleeves attitudeSolid knowledge in IBM COGNOS or equivalent ERPExpert on MS office (especially excel) and good knowledge on BI toolsAbility to juggle multiple prioritiesHands-on, roll up your sleeves attitudeDegree in Finance, Accounting or Business AdministrationFluent EnglishWhat do we offer?Open culture and challenging opportunity to satisfy intellectual needsFlexible working hoursSmart working: hybrid remote/office working environmentWork-life balanceExcellent, dynamic and multicultural environmentFull time
