Finance manager

Описание:

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra. At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business
- to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

Задачи:

Manage and develop a team of two
- a Senior Accountant in Frankfurt and an Accountant in Budapest
- setting priorities, reviewing deliverables, and ensuring quality and timeliness across the German accounting function. Oversee day-to-day accounting activities including revenue accounting and recognition, billing reconciliation, cash and bank accounting, accounts payable, intercompany transactions, expense accruals, other asset and liability accounting, and payroll. Lead all close processes, meeting general ledger close deadlines, financial reporting and supplementary schedule deadlines. Hold sign-off authority for the reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all positions by established deadlines. End-to-end management of the German statutory audit (Jahresabschlussprüfung)
- including audit planning, preparation of audit files, managing auditor timelines and queries, resolving findings, and ensuring timely sign-off. Prepare tax provisions for book reporting purposes, record corresponding accounting entries including deferred tax items, and collaborate with external tax advisers on forecasting, filings and payments. Ensure compliance with HGB, German tax obligations, and other relevant regulatory requirements. Provide insightful analysis on monthly financial results, including deep-dive analysis on key revenues and expenses and month-on-month variances, supporting the Regional Finance Director and wider business stakeholders. Perform treasury functions including monitoring of all cash activity, preparation of monthly cash flow projections, and executing or approving vendor payments and bank transfers. Full ownership of the German entity balance sheet
- ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all balance sheet positions including reconciliations, provisions, and intercompany balances. Set SOPs, deliverables, and expectations for Vistra Shared Services teams performing accounting operations on behalf of the German entities. Regularly communicate with shared service team leads to ensure work meets established requirements. Play an active role in any ERP system developments, including SAP S/4HANA implementation as applicable, and related accounting process changes. Interact extensively with the Regional Finance Director in Budapest and Group Finance, acting as the primary finance point of contact for the German business.

Требования:

Qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional accounting qualification (mandatory) 5+ years in a financial controllership or senior accounting role with direct team leadership Business-quality German language skills
- written and spoken (mandatory) Fluent English
- written and spoken (mandatory) Proven track record of proactively managing external audits end-to-end, including auditor relationship management and audit sign-off Demonstrated experience owning and signing off an entity-level balance sheet Strong knowledge of HGB and German accounting and tax requirements Commitment and ability to meet deadlines associated with month-end close and numerous recurring and ad-hoc deliverables Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills High proficiency with Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skills required Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; excellent attention to detail High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality Works effectively and collaboratively across geographies, including with teams across Group Finance

Будет плюсом:

• Strong familiarity with DATEV accounting software (strongly preferred)
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA
• Experience in the financial services, fund administration, or corporate services industry

Условия:

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  We offer
  a hybrid working arrangement.
• Attractive insurance benefits
• Excellent job exposure and career prospects