kp is a leading global manufacturer of rigid and flexible packaging and special films. We have a clear goal: the sustainable protection of important everyday products. You will find our customers in markets from pharmaceuticals to food and consumer goods. With our film products, we make sure the products last longer and maintain their important properties. With this we significantly contribute to safety, health and consumer satisfaction. We are as dynamic and fast paced as the markets of our customers. Always in motion! Founded in 1965, we now have 31 factories in 18 countries and employ more than 5,900 people worldwide.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Perform period end activities such as booking of journal entries, currency revaluation, depreciation, accruals and provisions, etc.;
Perform inventory accounting and post adjustments;
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial information, to internal or external parties, including group accounting, auditors and authorities (e.g. tax authorities);
Balance sheet reconciliations and account maintenance;
Ensure compliance with all internal and external accounting standards, laws and regulations, policies and procedures;
Follow kp Business Services policies and rules, including travel and expenses;
Ensure a proper documentation of work procedures is kept up to date, namely, in accordance with Standard Process Model;
Perform accounts reviews and provide explanations of variances;
Prepare management reporting package and other packages;
Support in the preparation of financial statements and tax declarations;
Handling external and internal queries via email / phone;
Support planning, monitoring and coordination of closing process;
Coordinate or execute projects related to accounting and reporting;
Provide support related to annual and interim audits in close cooperation with other departments and auditors;
Prepare and support ad-hoc requests from external or internal customers in close cooperation with other departments (e.g. tax inspections);
Be a backup of other team members, as required;
Identify and execute efficiency improvements.
Leadership:
Team player;
Review work performed by Junior GL Accountants and provide training;
Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, promoting inclusion and respect for diversity;
Build Trust and Partnerships;
Good analytical, planning and organization skills;
Persuasiveness and negotiation skills;
Effective business writing and professional communication skills;
Treat sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of IFRS;
Knowledge of accounting standards in one of the following GAAPs: Portugal, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, UK or USA;
Knowledge in Internal Controls and/or SOX compliance preferred.
Functional/Technical Skills:
Bachelor degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or similar field;
Good knowledge of English and/or another European language (German, Italian, French, Spanish and/or Dutch preferred);
Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office, namely, advanced MS Excel knowledge.
Experience:
3+ years of work experience in GL;
Experience in preparation of financial closings and filings;
Experience within a Shared Service Centre environment and transition preferred.
Competencies:
Costumer Focus: internal & external client, excelent service oriented.
Collaboration: accountability, integrity and ethical values.
Communication: emotional intelligence; assertiveness; resilience.
Continuous improvement: open mind, curiosity, change orientation, efficient solution oriented, creativity, flexibility.
High work standards: independent, systematic and quality oriented way of working, result driven.
Have we piqued your interest? Great. We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectations and your earliest start date.
Klöckner Pentaplast is an equal opportunity employer, which makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, handicap, disability, sexual preference or marital status.