KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Report to the Group Controller. Work proactively with EMEA business leaders and cross functional teams on providing sound commercial and financial planning and business analysis Budgeting and forecasting; Accountable for month end closures, monthly review on operational achievement, report to the management with comments and recommendations within EMEA: Partner with various HQ Functions involved in EMEA management (Retail, WHS, Marketing, HR, Legal etc) Preparation of financial statements; Accounting and financial controls; Contact and reporting with auditors and authorities in EMEA. Support of year-end audit; Support with business case and financial meeting presentations; Liaise with Group Consolidation Manager for IFRS requirements Develop and continuous improvement of Finance processes, policy, procedures and system framework with the goal of an effective finance organization within EMEA KEY REQUIREMENTS A degree in accounting, finance or related field with recognized accounting qualification; At least 3-4 years of relevant experience; Strong Accounting interest, knowledge and background; IFRS proficiency a strong PLUS Experience in Retail business a PLUS; English proficiency Strong analytical skills, and attention to details and accuracy; Able to work under pressure and always drive for improvement; Energetic, well-organized, self-motivated and able to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines; J-18808-Ljbffr