Empresa: AkzoNobel
Descrição da vaga: About AkzoNobelSince 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.For more information please visit#LI-CD1© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.Purpose/Key Objectives of the JobThe specialist of the General Ledger Accounting Team is responsible for delivering timely and accurate
month-end close financials and balance sheet reconciliations, operating across all accounting
activities for the North and South American units, in compliance with applicable regulations and
internal policies. They ensure the faithful representation of the company’s results in its financial
statements.ResponsibilitiesEnsure compliance with deadlines and the quality of information in Monthly Accounting Closing
Routines: Payroll, Intercompany, Banks, Customers, Suppliers, Provisions, Costs, among others;
- Perform necessary manual accounting entries for activities under your responsibility, ensuring
correct supporting documentation and approval flow;
- Prepare reconciliations and analyses of high-risk balance sheet accounts according to the
frequency and deadlines defined in the internal policy;
- Review accounting flows to ensure proper recording in the books as well as identify and define
documentary controls for reconciliation purposes;
- Participate in periodic Balance Sheet Review meetings with Accounting Controllers and FP&A;
- Attend Internal and External Audits;
- Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and internal
accounting policies of the company;
- Identify errors and implement continuous process improvements contributing to quality, efficiency,
control, compliance, and adherence to the company’s global standards and procedures;
- Act as a reference for the entire team, guiding initiatives and decision-making through a strategic
vision, supporting the team in fulfilling routines as well as aiding in the development of team
performance;
- Collaborate with the Team Lead to support the accounting team in day-to-day activities, internal
trainings, special projects, and application of workflow process improvements;Job RequirementsExperience / Education
- Degree in Accounting with active CRC
- Postgraduate degree in Finance or related field (desirable
- Experience with SAP is a plus
- Intermediate Advanced English proficiency
- + 5 years of experience in accounting
- Excellent knowledge of IFRS and its application
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
Soft SkillsAbility to thrive in a dynamic environment with multiple tasks, projects, and changes.
Demonstrated resilience in the face of challenges and the capacity to adapt quickly to shifting
priorities and deadlines;
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines. Demonstrated
skill in maintaining focus amidst competing priorities, ensuring productivity and timely completion
of assignments;
- Embrace a continuous improvement mindset, actively seeking opportunities to enhance
processes and workflows within the accounting function;
- Curious, Self-learning;
- Be proactive and problem solver, working independently to find best solutions
- Leadership experience to coach more junior colleagues
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical skills over multiple technical domains to identify opportunities and solutions;
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.Requisition ID: 42713
Localização: Mauá – SP
