Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Executive is responsible for performing activities related to Period end closing & reporting and Statutory accounting. 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

• 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

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