Job title: SSC Accountant, R2R
Company: NielsenIQ
Job description: Job DescriptionABOUT THIS JOBA Shared Service Center (SSC) Accountant is responsible for performing record-to-report accounting, month end closing and related reconciliations for their respective markets, under the umbrella of the Operational Controller.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Expense report will be audited by Audit and Compliance Team based on the Audit Criteria. In case of any non-compliance found, track all the non-compliances in a separate spreadsheet and work with employees by sending reminders to get the required receipts and have this processed in SAP.
- T&E Posting will be done before the payment run for all the compliance trips so that the reimbursement will be included and paid to employees.
- Perform all aspects of record-to-report and shared services accounting processes in the market with efficiency and accuracy
- Perform all accounting related bookings & accruals including prepaid and reclass and allocations
- Run all periodic processes related to R2R and general financial accounting, including month-end activities, account reconciliations, periodic reporting, metrics, governance and internal control.
- Work with Business Finance and Revenue Controlling colleagues to maintain processes and application of policies.
- Maintain internal process documentation to reflect the most up-to-date ways of work using the most recent Nielsen toolset. Ensure standard operating procedures are operationalized and consistent in both content and format with expectations laid out by Global Financial Controlling.
- Maintain R2R and general financial accounting related internal controls within the market; ensure robust account reconciliations and SOX compliance.
- Maintain thorough and current understanding of US GAAP. Keep abreast of emerging accounting and reporting standards. Support the implementation of new accounting pronouncements as required.
- Maintain an appropriate system configuration and IT environment to ensure effective and efficient execution of R2R and general financial accounting continuous finance processes
- Work on monthly system uploads (EPM) and reconciliations at the consolidation level. Perform majority of the processes from SAP (or local ERP) to EPM.
- Support external and internal audits with supporting documentation, archive retrieval, journal walk through, and other audit requirements under the supervision of the Operational Controller.
- Support preparation of statutory accounts to the extent practical and required.
- Work on external taxation reporting and declaration
- Assist the Operational Controller and/or broader Finance & Accounting Services team for the region on any initiatives, projects or systems implementations.
- Intercompany contracts analysis and filing.
- Measurment
- Financial: Internal Control metrics, Internal Audit observations, Adherence to closing deadlines, External Audit observations
- Values: Open, Connected, Useful & Personal
- Behaviours: Excellence, Teamwork, Inclusiveness, Proactiveness, Accountable, Committed
- Organizational Alignment: Empathy, Humility, Shared Consciousness, Challenge Drama, Energy Giver (vs. Taker), Engagement
QualificationsA LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUA successful SSC Accountant will achieve a balanced coordination and seamless execution of all R2R and general financial accounting related activities for his/her markets. S/he will have delivered on all process governance and controllership metrics. S/he will have met or exceeded expectations on all R2R metrics and ensured solid controls are in place and functioning.Internal:
- Work with Associate Operational Controller, Operational Controller and their teams on compliance and governance.
- Work with Business Finance (FP&A) and Revenue Controlling as well as internally with other
- Finance & Accounting colleagues on processes and systems.
- Link up with internal audit for internal control or audit purposes.
- Other transverse functions (facilities, Sourcing, HR, legal, etc.)
External:
- Tax and other Government Bureau
- External Audit and other external consultants
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP module is a plus) & EPM/HFM
- Working knowledge of accounting concepts under U.S. GAAP and preferably with IFRS/Local GAAP and SOX compliance
- Strong knowledge of personal computers and applications
- Good analytical skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy while meeting strict deadline
- Effectively manage time and priorities and work efficiently
- Self-motivated and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proven interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to take action in solving issues
- Strong customer service orientation: need good listening and communication skills
Additional Information/LPOur Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQNIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.For more information, visit NIQ.comWant to keep up with our latest updates?Follow us on: | | |Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionNIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center:
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Location: Guangzhou, Guangdong
Job date: Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:59:30 GMT
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