Closing & Reporting Executive

The Executive is responsible for performing activities related to Period end closing & reporting and Statutory accounting and overseeing transactions performed by Associates, which services a number of advertising agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in period end close and IPG required reports.
Review and reconcile accounts.
Review and Prepare Closing check list.
Prepare Lead sheets (summary of GL balance mapped to Hyperion balance)
Prepare and maintain monthly closing binder
Ensure compliance with local statutory guidelines, SOX, and GAAP
Facilitate site visits and internal/external audits
Prepare audit templates
Resolve external audit issue.
Resolve Agency Local Finance queries within defined timelines.
Assist client and external audit process when necessary.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education Qualification Graduation.
3 5 years of work experience in a similar role.
Experience in Advertising industry preferred.
Chartered Accountant or similar accounting qualification / certification.
Good knowledge of concepts and procedures related to period-end closing & reporting and Statutory reporting.
Ability to provide high level of customer service for closing & reporting activities.
Strong written and oral communications skills in English.
Strong problem solving, liaising and organizational skills.
Experience with, and competence in using, integrated ERP software (SAP would be a distinct advantage).
Excellent computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
Experience in Hyperion reporting and Blackline or similar Account reconciliation system would be a distinct advantage
A distinct advantage:

Experience working in a Shared Services Centre focused on Finance & Accounting activities
Experience in document imaging software like SharePoint.