Senior IFRS Accounting Operation Manager at Trafigura

Main Purpose:

The Senior Role will set the accounting rules, design the internal processes and the associated controls for financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting (IFRS) and financial management, and understand the Holdings GAAP requirements (Luxembourg, Switzerland, Netherlands i.a.) as well. The responsibilities combine critical thinking, analytics, and ability to carry out regulations and standards in an international context.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:

The position will involve but is not limited to the following areas of responsibility:

• Maintain updated accounting policies, procedures and controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements for both consolidation and stand-alone books.
• Prepare and maintain management positions papers compliant to applicable accounting standards (IFRS and local GAAP). It will support the reading of local GAAP to support the Tax department.
• Support the audit or interim books for consolidation and stand-alone books.
• Stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and industry guidelines to uphold compliance and drive continuous improvements in financial management processes.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to senior management to support business decisions and initiatives.
• Support and maintain internal control and effective accounting policies
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including financial statement preparation, reconciliation, and analysis.
• Coordinate and liaise with auditors, tax and regulatory agencies to facilitate audits and compliance requirements.
• Supervise financial performance measurements to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting/Finance; CPA or certification.
• Strong experience as auditor (Big 4) or similar manager role, with a confirmed experience in the fields in an international environment and holding accounting in Luxembourg and Switzerland inter alia.

Ability to demonstrate the following:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g. GAAP, IFRS).
• Strong understanding of auditing standards/requirements and related tax aspects.

Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:

• Team leadership skills.
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficient in verbal and written English
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to balance several priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate sophisticated financial concepts.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Can adapt and cope with changing environments.

Key Relationships and Department Overview:

Internal: Group controller, Accounting team, Tax team

External: Auditors

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