Senior IFRS General & Revenue Accountant > Joboolo BE :
Société : Swift Lieu : Brussels Brussels Site source : Talent BE
We are the way the world moves value — every instant of every day, in almost every country.We are proud that what we do has a critical impact on the global financial community and touches almost every aspect of the financial world.
So, what you do at Swift has real impact too — an impact that matters every day.
Which is why you matter to us.Joining Swift gives you unparalleled exposure to knowledge, expertise and technologies.
If you can, you’ll be able to begin different career paths and have the opportunity to work in teams, departments and fields in countries around the world.Swift is unique.
There is no other organisation like ours in the world driving the long-term future of the financial ecosystem.
You will be surrounded by forward-thinking, customer-focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment.At Swift, we are trusted every instant.
And as a member of our team, you are trusted to make your impact every day.About the roleWithin the Financial Control Unit, the Group Controllership team aims to safeguard operational excellence and compliance in the areas of technical accounting, financial consolidation, statutory accounting and key financial processes.As a seniorgeneral accounting and revenue controller, the candidate will ensure smooth compliant revenue recognition accounting process including monthly review of revenue information, specific ad-hoc revenue and IFRS15 analyses for example when a new product offerings is launched, quarterly account reconciliations and year-end audit preparation.
The candidate, together with the Group Controllership Manager, will have regular contacts with the Group Financial Controller, the billing and pricing departments and other key Finance Managers which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.
Finally, as being part of the group general accounting team, you will also have to collaborate and support on global general accounting activities.
You will plan, organise and control general accounting operations and control/analyse balance sheets/profit & loss accounts to ensure accuracy of accounting records and compliance with internal procedures and accounting rules.We are looking for a dynamic, quality and control minded great teammate with a strong accounting or audit background to reinforce our Group Controllership team.
This position is a unique opportunity to increase your financial expertise in the Headquarters of a well known, fast growing, technology driven multinational.As a seniorgeneral and revenueaccountant you will:
Lead the accurate and timely monthly and annual closings/analysis in compliance with Swift quality standards.
This includes accounting entries, accounts reconciliation, reviews of data and trends, and the creation of revenue reports/analysis for upper level management.Be in charge of revenue and IFRS15 ad hoc in-depth analyses, including review of accounting treatment related to launch of new products or sale offerings.
Provide information, documentation, comments and recommendations to management and to concerned departmentsPrepare revenue notes for the annual report and support in the audit process.Maintain contacts with relevant internal and external parties in order to answer queries, capture information and resolve pending issues.Coordinate the relationships with the internal and external collaborators (e.g.
Swift billing, pricing and FP&A departments, accounting system experts, financial auditors).Find opportunities for process and internal control improvements and lead and/or control implementations of solutions.
May also participate in and/or lead projects within the department.Build and maintain working knowledge and understanding of key business drivers and strategy for area of expertise.Support the team on the group general accounting processes including the consolidation, intercompany and monthly closing processes, the entity controlling of the group and headquarters.What would make you successful?University degree in Finance and Economics or equivalent experience.
A masters level degree or equivalent experience is preferred.At least 5 to 7 years of experience within a financial position, of which 3 years in a financial audit company.The ideal candidate would demonstrateTechnical profileGood SAP knowledgeProficient in IFRS 15 is a must and knowledge about other IFRS is an assetFluent in English and in either French or DutchProficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPointGood technical accounting knowledge in revenue recognition, broader accounting subjects, monthly booking entries and related account reconciliationsKnowledge of the reconciliation tool Blackline is an assetPersonal profileBeing a trusted teammate;Being pro-active and transparent and take accountability for delivering results;Demonstrate operational excellence by encouraging a continuous improvement demeanor and implementing procedures, standards and policies to ensure successCurious to learn and willing to expand knowledge;Excellent analytical, critical and control oriented approachDetail oriented and result driven individual with excellent follow-up skillsPragmatic – keeping things simple where you can would be your motto;Capable of connecting with different people in the organization;Good coordination, planning and organizational skills to meet tight deadlinesHighly developed communication skills (verbal and written) in English also towards senior management;Autonomous approach.What we offerWe put you in control of careerWe give you a competitive packageWe help you perform at your bestWe help you make a differenceWe give you the freedom to be yourselfWe give you the freedom to be yourself.
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