Join Our Team as an Accounting Specialist!
Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level? At Mars, we’re looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring compliance with accounting standards and driving the effectiveness of our reporting processes.
Your Key Responsibilities
As an Accounting Specialist, you will:
* Own the O2C Process: Manage invoicing, sales credits, price changes, promotional activities, trade terms, and off-invoice discounts, ensuring accurate representation in both local and corporate reporting.
* Lead Closing Processes: Oversee periodic, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, producing reports for Royal Canin headquarters and Mars Inc., as well as local reporting, including Intrastat.
* Perform Reconciliations: Conduct balance sheet account reconciliations and manage period-end control activities, including oversight of Blackline reconciliation.
* Ensure Data Integrity: Maintain the accuracy of financial results through robust accounting data and systems, working within a strong controls environment.
* Support Auditors: Provide high-quality data for internal and external auditors, ensuring timely delivery.
* Drive Governance: Champion the governance agenda in your functional area, including the rollout and maintenance of the Internal Controls Excellence (ICE) framework.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* A University Degree: A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
* Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written English skills are essential; fluency in another language is a plus!
What Can You Expect from Mars?
At Mars, we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Here’s what you can look forward to:
* Diverse Team: Work alongside talented associates who are guided by our Five Principles.
* Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a company committed to building a better tomorrow.
* Learning Opportunities: Access best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including our in-house Mars University.
* Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and are committed to providing assistance during the application process for those who need it. Join us in making a difference!