GL TEAM LEADER

Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Kozel, Birell, Frisco or Kingswood

Those are some of our iconic brands. Our newly created inhouse business unit in Prague will serve our international markets and anyone joining will have a massive impact in streamlining finance operations. Let´s read further about the role and decide whether you want to brew your career with us.

Purpose of the role

The GL Team Leader will oversee and manage a team of GL Accountants, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards and providing guidance and support to team members. 

Responsibilities:   

•  Oversee a team of GL accountants and specialists, providing guidance, training, and support.
•  Distribute responsibilities among team members to ensure workload balance and efficiency.
•  Review and approve accurate financial reports, including P&L statements and balance sheets.
•  Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights for strategic decision-making.
•  Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
•  Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, coordinating activities.
•  Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements in GL operations.
•  Work with other departments, auditors, and stakeholders to address inquiries and provide necessary financial data.
•  Manage internal and external audits, providing documentation and support.
•  Provide training opportunities for team members to enhance their GL accounting skills.
•  Lead or participate in projects to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements:  

• Bachelor in Finance accounting 

• Qualified accountant or equivalent (e.g. ACCA, CIMA)/equivalent local professional qualification is desirable 

• 5 years of experience of finance accounting is mandatory 

• 5 years of experience in working in a finance shared service leading R2R/GL team. 

• Experience in change and transformation projects, including process reengineering, technology implementations, and cultural change initiatives 

• English and Polish languages on professional level

• Advanced IT/excel skills, prior SAP/HFM or equivalent is an advantage 

Benefits:

Enjoy a little extra with our benefits (the list of benefits applies to the Czech Republic)

• Annual bonus and salary review
• Flexible working
• 28 days off
• Contribution to pension scheme
• Lunch contribution
• Budget to enjoy our products
• Flexible benefits package
• Online medical service
• Paid volunteering time

Join our team and uncover even more exciting perks that make Asahi Europe &International an exceptional place to work

Company overview

Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks, and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

Asahi Europe and International (asahiinternational.com)

Functional overview

ABS encompass a broad range of financial activities designed to support businesses in their day-to-day financial operations, long-term planning, and compliance with regulations. These services are crucial for maintaining financial health, making informed decisions, and achieving the overall financial objectives of the organization. The key outputs of ABS are to provide accounting services including the summarizing and reporting of financial transactions of a business, preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. ABS is also responsible to adhere to multi-jurisdiction financial regulations and reporting requirements, including ensuring compliance with these regulations and ensure accurate and timely reporting to relevant authorities. In addition to this, ABS is to use effectively use financial software and systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data security.

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.