REPORTING SPECIALIST

Join Our Team as a Reporting Specialist

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 for adhering to multi-jurisdiction financial regulations and reporting requirements, including ensuring compliance with these regulations and ensuring 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:

The role of the Reporting specialist is to report to the Reporting Manager with regular interaction with country Finance teams, AEI Finance management, AEI Hub Finance team, and Asahi Group Finance.

Responsibilities:

• Custodian/Expert of IFRS reporting standards and Asahi group policies.
• Detailed review of submissions of AEI entities and their constructive challenge.
• Active support with consolidation process of AEI group (approx. 30 entities).
• Active support in new entity integration (M&A agenda).
• Preparing and recording relevant Hub adjustments.
• Proactive preparation and review of AEI hub reports including insightful commentary and follow-up with business units where required.
• Support Reporting Manager in the delivery of regional instructions and regular communication to markets.

Requirements:

• A qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or similar).
• Previous FMCG experience is an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of financial reporting including group consolidation.
• Previous participation in cross-functional projects is an advantage.
• Solid background in finance with strong analytical capabilities.
• A high degree of computer literacy (Microsoft Office) incl. Power BI & modeling.
• Knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Performance Management System (Hyperion) is an advantage.

What you can expect from us in exchange? 

• We will acknowledge your passionate and dedicated work with an 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. 
• Besides 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.