Reporting Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a major in Finance, Accounting, or related field. CPA or equivalent designation is preferred
• External audit or reporting experience required
• Minimum of 4 years experience in Accounting/Audit/Finance
• Solid understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or US Generally Accepted Accounting Standards (US GAAP)
• SAP system experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical aptitude with a proven ability to analyze/interpret data, including financial statements
• Well-organized, methodical thinker with excellent decision-making skills
• Strong and creative problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Capable of performing effectively in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities
• Ability to work in a team-based environment, and interact cooperatively with internal and external customers
• Strong result-orientation

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and reports  consolidated financial results (monthly, quarterly, and annually). Users include local management and Nestlé Group management. Works closely with the operating divisions and corporate functional groups, and business contacts at the worldwide headquarters.
• Conducts quarterly Balance Sheet reviews including analytical review and enquiries with management to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with Nestle Accounting Standards.
• Leads and manages projects relating to financial reporting/accounting operations initiatives, as assigned, such as working capital analysis, impairment testing, and integration of acquisitions and/or disposals of businesses.
• Provides financial reporting support and guidance to stakeholders.
• Gathers and interprets financial information effectively and forms data into meaningful and concise analyses while considering a broad range of interdependent issues.
• Responds to inquiries from various functional areas as needed and prepares and assists in the preparation of required reports for management.
• Provides and supports information requests related to the interim and year-end consolidated financial statements for entities in scope of external report filings. including preparation of financial statement footnotes.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities using Nestlé Continuous Excellence methodology such as performing walkthroughs of a particular reporting process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing the change through automation or transferring the process to a shared service center.