Accounting & Reporting Specialist (Temporary)

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Professional Area: Accounting & Finance

Role: Temporary - 12 months

Professional Level: Experienced

Reporting to: Accounting & Reporting Cluster CPM

Accounting & Reporting Specialist (Temporary)

The Accounting & Reporting team supports a cluster of JTI entities by managing a wide range of IFRS and local statutory accounting activities. The team is responsible for preparing monthly accounting entries and balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing entity trial balances, maintaining fixed asset and general ledger master data, and completing quarterly IFRS reporting. It also supports tax packages, statutory financial reports, VAT return processes, annual regulatory reporting, and audit requirements, ensuring financial information is accurate, compliant, and delivered within agreed timelines.

As an Accounting & Reporting Specialist, you will:

• Analyse and prepare monthly accounting entries, including accruals, reclassifications, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset transactions, in line with agreed accounting principles and SLAs.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations in accordance with JTI IFRS accounting principles and established timelines.
• Produce quarterly and annual group reporting packages and support other IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Work closely with market teams during statutory audits and support the preparation of financial statements and disclosures.
• Collaborate with market and factory accountants, controllers, and other relevant departments to deliver reliable and relevant accounting information.
• Support the regular review and updating of process documentation, including user manuals and process flows.
• Meet operational targets and KPIs while continuously strengthening your knowledge of SAP, accounting, tax, and business processes.
• Support process improvement initiatives, assess their potential impact on team activities, and participate in user acceptance testing when required.
• Perform assigned JSOX and operational controls in accordance with internal policies and documentation.
• Escalate control failures promptly and help ensure appropriate mitigation actions are implemented.
• Contribute to teamwork by handling ad hoc assignments, supporting other GBS groups, participating in local and global projects, and helping train Accounting & Reporting team members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in a finance or accounting department or an external audit firm.
• Experience in financial reporting and knowledge of IFRS are advantageous.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, including intercompany transactions, fixed assets, inventories, leases, receivables, payables, and accruals.
• Experience in financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and management reporting packages.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits, including statutory and tax audits.
• Working knowledge of IFRS, tax, SOX, and internal control requirements.
• Working knowledge of SAP is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, with intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience supporting system implementations or shared services migration activities is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting established deadlines and timelines.
• Proactive, open-minded, and results-oriented professional who embraces change and looks for opportunities to improve.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible, committed, and willing to work night shifts when required.

What to Expect?

At JTI GBS, we prioritise your well-being with comprehensive wellness initiatives, hybrid and flexible work setups, and benefits such as daily meals and shuttle services. As part of our global business services hub, you will gain access to world-class development programmes and opportunities to collaborate, grow, and progress across JTI’s international network.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.