External Reporting Manager

Our client is a global manufacturing company

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements and other external financial reports in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the external audit process, acting as the main point of contact for auditors and ensuring timely resolution of audit queries.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information disclosed to external stakeholders.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulations; assess their impact and implement necessary changes to reporting processes and policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including accounting, tax, and treasury, to gather and validate data required for reporting.
• Develop and maintain reporting templates, procedures, and timelines to ensure efficient and consistent reporting cycles.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team as needed.
• Support senior management with ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Experience:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• 5–8 years of experience in external reporting, audit, or technical accounting roles.
• Prior experience working within a BIG4 is mandatory. (Manager or Senior Manager position)
• Excellent understanding of IFRS or relevant local GAAP.
• Proven ability to manage external audits and work effectively with auditors.
• Strong analytical skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.

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