R2R MANAGER

Join our team as R2R Manager (with Dutch)

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.

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:

• Overseeing and leading the GL and Reporting teams, providing direction, guidance, and mentorship to team members.
• Managing the workload, task allocation, and performance evaluation of GL accountants, reporting specialists, and other staff within the teams.
• Facilitating training, professional development, and skill enhancement initiatives for team members.
• Ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial analyses.
• Reviewing financial data, reports, and reconciliations to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Overseeing the month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals, adjustments, and financial statement preparation.
• Managing GL operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance, to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitoring internal controls, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborating with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation, and addressing audit queries related to GL and financial reporting.
• Leading the development of comprehensive financial reports and analyses, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and ensuring that reports meet the needs of various departments and senior management.
• Conducting in-depth financial analysis, identifying key performance indicators, and communicating financial trends and results to the leadership team.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements in GL operations and reporting functions, implementing best practices, and optimizing workflows.
• Leveraging advanced technologies, data analytics, and automation tools to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and developments, incorporating innovative solutions to improve financial operations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, department heads, and executives to address financial inquiries, provide financial insights, and support strategic initiatives.
• Ensuring effective communication and coordination between GL, reporting, and other relevant departments to facilitate seamless information flow.
• Collaborating with finance and business leaders in the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing financial data and insights to support accurate financial planning.
• Analyzing budget variances, identifying reasons for deviations, and working with stakeholders to adjust financial plans as needed.
• Contributing to the organization's strategic planning by providing financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support decision-making processes.
• Evaluating financial implications of business strategies, projects, and initiatives, offering financial guidance to aid in effective decision-making.

Requirements:

• Bachelor  in Finance accounting
• 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
• English on professional level, Dutch is a must for the market they will support 
• Advanced IT/excel skills, prior SAP/HFM or equivalent is an advantage

What you can expect from us in exchange? 

• We will acknowledge your passionate and dedicated work by annual bonus and regular salary review. 
• You can look forward to 28 days off every year 
• As we are firm believers in a flexible way of working, don‘t expect a time clock in our office. 
• Every year you will get a flexible benefits budget to spend based on your preferences. 
• We‘d support you in planning your future so we will contribute to your pension plan, too. 
• Beside the opportunity to work for some of the TOP brands within FMCG, you will also receive an annual budget to savor the delicious taste of our company products. 

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.