Senior Analyst - Accounting

ABOUT SC JOHNSON

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure
and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over ‎130
years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®,
Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names,
we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only
succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our ‎13,000 people who we
truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

ROLE SUMMARY

The purpose of the role is to be accountable for providing financial analysis,
performing the Month End Close, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, intercompany
accounting support, to resolve internal customer queries on behalf of SCJ and
our Egypt entities, provide finance business partnering to the local country
and liaising across multiple functions, and to actively support the Associate
Manager in both routine tasks and process improvements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure accounting process performs to Service Level Agreements within the SSC:

Performing activities including, but not limited to:
Ensuring the appropriate controls are operational in order to maintain the
quality and integrity of financial information, ensuring consistency of
process across EMEA
Ensure that financial statements are kept in accordance with US GAAP and all
appropriate records are maintained
Performing month end tasks within close period
Responsible for recording, contolling and clearing bank entries
Performing analysis of balance sheet accounts to identify accounting
discrepancies and provide input on resolutions
Ensure that all internal controls, financial policies and procedures
established by GIA are being followed
Develop and maintain internal/external audit and SOAR documentation as it
relates to the role. Further, act as liaison between internal/external
auditors and business partners during reviews and audits
Responsible for ensuring all tasks are being completed accurately within
deadlines
Resolving country queries and maintain an open and professional relationship
with both the local country and HQ
Identify process improvements with emphasis on streamlining and/or improving
controls within accounting through using LEAN methodology
Raising intercompany invoices, cash allocation and reconciliation for
intercompany accounts
Analysis of Goods Receipt Account, including monitoring and reconciling any
aged items
Fixed Asset Accounting
CO-PA transactions and reconciliations
Other duties as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Graduate calibre ideally in business/finance or equivalent
Experience of monthly closing, balance sheets, month end reporting, accruals
and reconciliation, able to demonstrate a high level of numeracy.
Strong knowledge and experience of SAP CO Module
Experience of Business Warehouse, BPC or similar ERP system
Advanced Excel skills
Accounting department experience in a medium to large size company
Awareness of internal controls and SOX
Ability to use initiative and be proactive in anticipating problems when they
occur
Attention to detail and accuracy, able to self-evaluate work and create
culture of continuous improvement
Able to work independently and with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working with colleagues of various levels and disciplines within a
cross-functional organisation
Good motivation, judgment and communication skills
Manage ad-hoc requests from the senior management at Platform, Regional and
local level
Understanding of local statutory and taxes
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Be a self-starter who is flexible in their approach to tasks / projects
Finalist or studying either CIMA / ACCA / ACA
Experience of working with multiple currencies
Project management and presentation skills
Have strong communication skills and be able to quickly develop relationship
with others
Strong previous experience of working within an accounting department for a
multi-national organisation
Experienced in Lean, Six Sigma or other recognized process excellence
methodology.
You need to be legally eligible to work in country of application.
Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future
generations and for every SCJ team member. Come join us and make an impact
through iconic global brands. GO FURTHER WITH OUR FAMILY™