Finance Controlling Specialist

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Finance Controlling Specialist is mainly responsible for performing complex and specialized accounting work which requires independent judgment, accounting skills, and a thorough knowledge of the activities specific to distribution business.

The Finance Controlling Specialist analyzes the financial stability of the organization by providing essential financial reporting and guidance to Management. In addition to accounting obligations, may be required to guide other colleagues who are generally responsible for the data produced by the company's accounting department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Imparts advanced analysis and review of financial transactions for troubleshooting and correcting errors in the organization’s financial system
• Support in the establishment and maintenance of cost, financial reporting and internal control procedures for the company.
• Prepares, analyzes and ensures quality of financial reports which include but not limited to income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow report for reporting to Management.
• Performs timely month-end close deliverables and strictly adheres to reporting due dates.
• Prepares account reconciliation and analysis and propose necessary correcting adjusting entries.
• Prepares bank reconciliation and analysis.
• Performs Internal test-of-control for compliance for the General Accounting on a monthly, quarterly and annually basis as per Internal control policy.
• Prepares and follows through month-end financial close, issues and deliverables.
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• Set-up income tax returns based on financial and accounting records on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.
• Performs Flux Analysis on Actual versus Budget income statement performance and provide detailed analytics on a bi-annual and year-to-date basis.
• Works with external auditors and prepares audit work papers for the fiscal year audit by researching and analyzing the year-to-date accounting information.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Educational Requirement

College Graduate of B.S. Accountancy, other related courses

Job Related Experience

• At least three (3) years relevant experience;
• Accuracy of Financial reports
• Knowledgeable on different types of financial modelling techniques
• Good business acumen
• Team working with colleagues inter Department, Shared services and Operations
• Advanced level of understanding of accounting processes and internal controls.
• Up to date with Financial and General Accounting regulations
• Service level agreements with internal and external customers
• On-time submission of financial reports

Personality and Desirable Traits

Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information, adaptability, ethical, self-driven, ability to manage time effectively.

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The physical requirements of this position involve sedentary work, which involves sitting most of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures and viewing a computer terminal.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Workstations located in air-conditioned offices with adequate lighting. Must perform work outdoors from time to time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.