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Reporting and Technical Controller
| Type |
Permanent |
|
From £55,000 to £65,000 per annum + car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits |
| Location |
Watford, Hertfordshire [South-East England] |
| Qualifications |
ACA, CIMA, ACCA qualified (or equivalent)  |
| Agency: |
Barclay Meade |
| Contact |
Sue Palmer |
| Start: |
03 March 2012 |
| Reference |
GW 258159SOP |
Job description
During 2010 a Reporting and Technical Centre of Excellence was created to drive world-class Reporting and provide Technical Accounting guidance to this Global $6bn t/o business. The Reporting & Technical Controller will support the team in financial reporting of consolidated group results in line with US requirements (180 entities, ca. 80 countries) and by business partnering will support commercial and financial decisions. In particular, to provide financial guidance on business acquisitions and other technical accounting matters in a business environment where restructuring, acquisitions and joint venture activity is prevalent. To be considered for this role you must be qualified ACA, CIMA or ACCA with significant post qualified experience. Key requirements Demonstrates proficiency in US GAAP, local GAAP and authoritative accounting literature (ie FASB pronouncements) Capable of forging strong relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate complex business issues in a clear/concise manner Strong analytical skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers, generate alternatives and drive positive change clear thinking/problem solving: successfully led projects/process improvements within operations/finance functions; able to quickly grasp new ideas Confidence/Assertiveness: strong influencing skills across business functions To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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