Job Description
We are looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join our Group Financial Reporting team, based in Guildford. This is a high-impact, global role where you'll take ownership of critical reporting areas across both IFRS and PRC GAAP frameworks - including end-to-end responsibility for SASAC regulatory submissions for Syngenta AG and Syngenta Group.
You'll work closely with finance teams in China, global business leads, external auditors, and senior stakeholders - making this a genuinely international and technically stretching position.
Responsibilities/accountabilities will also include:
* Own the end-to-end SASAC reporting process - monthly, quarterly, annual, and budget packages - and serve as the primary point of contact for SASAC queries
* Support consolidation monitoring and reporting activities across all reporting cycles for Syngenta AG and Syngenta Group
* Prepare analyses, accounting treatment discussions, and presentations on complex transactions for internal stakeholders
* Ensure full compliance with IFRS and PRC GAAP reporting standards
* Drive process improvements and automation in reporting systems
* Collaborate effectively with Syngenta's China-based finance teams, A2R leads, treasury, and external auditors
Qualifications and required experience:
Essential:
* Professional accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent) and strong understanding of IFRS
* Experience in accounting, financial reporting, or external audit - ideally at a multinational or Big 4 firm
* Proven ability to work in multicultural, international environments with a global scope - you'll be reporting across Syngenta AG and Syngenta Group, with direct exposure to senior stakeholders and external auditors
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
* Excellent written and spoken English; strong Excel skills
Advantageous:
* Knowledge of PRC GAAP and/or SASAC reporting requirements
* Experience in group consolidation processes and reporting
* Familiarity with consolidation tools such as SBFC or Tagetik
* Background in technical accounting
Additional Information
What we offer
* Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
* Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
* We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
* Learning culture and wide range of training options.