Team Lead, Regional GL Accounting

The Team Lead, Regional GL Accounting will supervise a team that is responsible for US GAAP FA & IC accounting and processes in scope and is in charge of FA & IC activities. The Team Lead, Regional GL Accounting will be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial records in compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures. The position is based in Prague and reports to the Accounting Manager Back Office.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and ensure completeness of FA & IC activities within the Record-to-Report processes in line with US GAAP, corporate policies and other requirements.
• Responsible for the accuracy of the tasks assigned to FA & IC Team, including month-end close & reporting and ensure all corporate deadlines are met. Overall responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Back Office activities under spans of control and monitor team performance.
• Understand the balance sheet & income statement impacts of every transaction to challenge or propose accounting adjustment entries, when relevant.
• Ensure completeness of necessary supporting documentation of Journal Entries.
• Ensure the preparation and reviews of balance sheet reconciliations of assigned accounts are performed timely.
• Ensure performance of internal controls, including SOX compliance.
• Ensure all internal policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Support audits (internal & external) in coordination of Statutory and other teams.
• Key user for specific finance systems including maintenance of respective approval matrix, training and support of department users and documentation.
• Ensure accounting documentation (Guidelines, Manuals) are complete and up-to-date.
• Embrace and encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the Back Office Accounting Team.
• Motivate, mentor, develop and manage the Back Office team members. Host regular team meetings, feedback sessions (including yearly appraisal), set clear expectations and SMART goals

The list is not exhaustive and may be extended as per Business needs.

Job Requirements:

Experience:

• 5 years experience, with preferably minimum 3 years in a multinational corporation or global accounting firm, Big 4 preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of successful supervisory experience of at least 3 years.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent technical financial skills. Ability to understand the balance sheet & income statement impacts of every transaction and to challenge or propose material accounting judgment entries, when relevant.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting principles and processes.
• Record to Report knowledge and experience.
• SAP R3, Oracle, HFM knowledge is a plus
• US-GAAP and SOX experience

Other Competencies:

• Higher degree in business administration or equivalent finance specific degree, CPA/ACCA or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required. Other European language is a great advantage
• Demonstrate sound work ethic, respect and cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.