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V&A Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Reporting to V&A Technical Accounting Manager

Responsibilities:

Review opening balance sheet with CDTS and manage the recording of the acquisition in SAP across geographies.

Prepare purchase accounting files according to US GAAP principles

Assist with Accounting Treatment Memorandum approval process

Coordinate / assist with transition and integration of various transaction cycles to respective end-state teams.

Review monthly reporting to ensure integrity and consistent financial reporting

Work closely with CDTS, V&A Finance, Legal and Tax departments to analyse transactions and ensure proper recording

Preparation and review of different Global reports in relation to acquisitions

Skills:

Ability to work collaboratively across Finance organisation to achieve results

In-depth knowledge of General Ledger principles, policies and procedures

Strong technical accounting knowledge around acquisition accounting

Strong communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills

Strong ownership mentality with initiative and high quality work standard

Strong problem solving skills with ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively - reliable with "can do" attitude

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience:

Professional accountancy qualification, preferably ACCA, CIMA or ACA

5+ years of progressive financial accounting experience

Acquisition accounting and finance integration experience

Mix of statutory accounts preparation and audit experience

Experience working with SAP Financials an advantage

Strong technical knowledge of Local & US GAAP and experience of IFRS an advantage

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