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Financial Controller - Senior Manager

KPMG International Cooperative

Financial Controller - Senior Manager

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KPMG International Cooperative, Winson Green, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 4 weeks ago, 21 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 990fda34e0294be28a2fd27039ff65e3

Full Job Description

  • Responsible for the day-to-day KDN Central financial activities and compliance with KDN Principles and Policies and consult with subject matter experts for any F&A matters


  • Oversee a controlling team of three individuals based in Budapest to achieve completion of all assigned tasks. Serve as people manager to foster development of controlling team.


  • Responsible for the monthly closing process of KDN Central and supports monthly reporting of KDN Central standalone accounts as well as consolidated accounts of the KDN Group;


  • Responsible for completeness and accuracy of KDN Central income statement and balance sheet, including reconciling prepayments, accruals and asset register and other related balance sheet items


  • Oversee quality of accounting for KDN entities; Work closely with the outsourced provider and finance teams of OpCo to ensure their compliance with KDN Finance Principles and Policies, accuracy in accounts payable, account receivable and consistent application of GL coding and other finance and accounting rules set for the KDN Group,


  • Review and approve weekly payment supporting documentation (including payroll run review) in rotation with other members of the Finance team


  • Liaise with Finance Business Partners in KPMG International and functional finance leads for Advisory, Tax and Audit OpCo' s to support financial analysis and all financial inputs for consolidation


  • Examine and analyze quarterly/periodic true up of cost allocations and charges in conformity with underlying Services Agreements and reconcile all services agreements related costs


  • Prepare calculation of cross-charges from KDN Central to OpCo / GDC based on the guidance provided by the in-house tax specialist and in compliance with the transfer pricing advice obtained from external consultants; ensure such cross-charges are correctly accounted for and fully reflected in the financial reporting of KDN entities


  • Maintain control of (i) Grant Agreements and drawdowns, and limits (ii) Equity subscription


  • Prepare annual budget and forecast for KDN Central and provide actual financial results for an actual vs budget analysis


  • Own or assist in preparing finance policy documents and guidelines, process maps and reporting templates


  • Work with service providers on enhancing finance and accounting systems and implementing new functionalities and reports


  • Assist in preparation of draft IFRS financial statements, working papers and any additional information for the interim and annual audit. Analyze movements in the financial statements and provide explanations as required


  • Support interim and annual statutory and internal audits of all KDN entities


  • Support indirect and direct tax teams with information for corporate direct/indirect tax filing


  • Other ad hoc and special projects as assigned from time to time

    Self-motivated and proven ability to manage to deadlines


  • Committed to delivering results with the ability to work with minimal direction


    • Delivering Quality Service

  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail


  • Monitors and evaluates projects and takes action to deliver the highest possible service


  • Manages conflicting demands and priorities


    • Feedback and Learning

  • Understanding the businesses current needs and future aspirations


  • Identifies lessons learned from challenging incidents


  • Actively gathers knowledge, learns from experience, and learns from others


    • Building Relationships

  • Developing relationships and establishing networks with key contacts across the business Internationally


  • Identifies key influencers and decision makers


  • Consults others regularly on matters relevant to them


    • Problem solving

  • Proactive approach to problem solving


  • Uses creativity and lateral thinking in solving problems


  • Integrates information from a variety of different sources and considers the broader impact of issues


  • Chooses or recommends from a range of possible options or possibilities


    • Making an Impact

  • Proven communication and relationship building skills with the ability to present financial and non-financial information in a clear and effective manner


  • Expresses self in a compelling and credible manner


    • This is the job for you if you have

  • Undergraduate degree in business or finance or accounting


  • Some previous experience in a group controller role


  • Holds a CPA or similar accounting designation preferably obtained through experience at a "Big 4" or mid-sized public accounting firm


  • Good experience of finance operations financial and management accounting experience preferably in a large multinational environment


  • Knowledge of SAP is preferred


  • Highly effective written and verbal communication skills


  • Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills with a mindset for continuous improvement


  • Advance Excel skills

    About KPMG Delivery Network


    • The world of global advisory, audit and tax compliance services for large multi-nationals is rapidly changing and heavily dependent on technology. The KPMG Delivery Network (KDN) is a KPMG special purpose member firm offering a way for clients to leverage KPMG top talent and technology platforms through regional teams of specialists, enabling economies of scale and a new way of working that expands beyond local capability Together with KDN, KPMG member firms can drive the sales and delivery of global solutions at a competitive price and in a repeatable and consistent manner. As a member of KDN, you'll be a part of the KPMG family working alongside some of our profession's most skilled practitioners on rewarding programs and initiatives that are changing the way business operates, delivering value to our clients, and driving positive change in the communities we serve. You'll be enabling KDN accelerate new ways of working, using cutting-edge technology and working together with our
    member firms located in nearly 150 countries to help us achieve our ambition to be the most trusted and trustworthy professional services firm. And through your work, you'll build a global network and unlock opportunities that you may not have thought possible with access to great support, vast resources, and an inclusive, supportive environment to help you reach your full potential.