R2R MANAGER with Italian

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:

R2R Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end financial reporting and accounting activities. For example local statutory books as well as reporting to hub.
Understanding of all new local compliance policies in respect of closing is necessary.
This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and process improvement of each local market
R2R Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. 
They will be partners with in-market Financial Business Partners and other cross-functional teams  while providing continuous support, builds strong relationship with all the stakeholders.

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee and lead GL and Reporting teams, providing direction, guidance, and mentorship.
• Manage workload, task allocation, and performance evaluation of team members.
• Facilitate training, professional development, and skill enhancement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports and analyses.
• Review financial data, reports, and reconciliations to identify trends and discrepancies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and adjustments.
• Manage GL operations, journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance.
• Monitor internal controls, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Collaborate with auditors, provide necessary documentation, and address audit queries.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, implement best practices, and optimize workflows.

Requirements:

• Bachelor  in Finance accounting
• English on professional level, Italian language on professional level is a must
• qualified accountant or equivalent (e.g. ACCA, CIMA)/equivalent local professional qualification is mandatory
• 10 years of experience of finance accounting experience is mandatory
• 10 years of working in a finance shared service
• Previous working as a Chief Accountant is desirable with local market experience is highly desirable
• Experience in change and transformation projects, including process reengineering, technology implementations, and cultural change initiatives
• Advanced IT/excel skills, prior SAP/HFM or equivalent is an advantage

Benefits:

Enjoy a little extra with our benefits

• 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

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect differences, 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.

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.