Company Description
"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. 15,000 trained professionals 250+ locations worldwide Fortune 500 Globally unified systems Job Description
The purpose of this position is to oversee activities performed by Accounting Departments in our Region to ensure compliance with US GAAP, global policies, and procedures, and any other local tax legislation. Monthly review of Countries P&L Submission Packages, and approval for Month End Close. Execute the review procedures to ensure global accounting entries submitted by CHQ are timely and accurately posted by all the countries. Actively participate in the monthly review of third party outlays and Intercompany entries, to validate compliance with our Global Policies and Procedures. Provide support to the countries on the evaluation of their control environment by performing Annual Internal Control Evaluations. Discuss and follow up with corresponding Country Controllers on the implementation of action plans to mitigate deficiencies identified in such evaluations. Support Country Controllers and other Accounting staff to guarantee a proper application/adoption of Company's Policies, Standards, and Accounting Guidance. Collaborate with the Country Controllers and/or Regional Accounting team on the preparation and delivery of any Accounting related Global request/information requirement. Participate in the review of Accounting Processes, in order to look for improvement opportunities with a positive impact on Productivity and Efficiency in Accounting. Provide financial and accounting expertise and support for the regional business operations management teams. Assist in the preparation and execution of financial policies and procedures. If required, support Country Controllers on the preparation of information/documentation for Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits. Contribute to decisions regarding financial strategy. Maintain a good relationship and communicate frequently with Country Controllers & District Managers. Support the Regional Controller on the coordination of the Annual Budgeting process across the Region. Qualifications Proven and strong experience as a Regional Controller, Regional Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or Controller. Proven Accounting and Finance experience (preferably in the Global Logistics Industry). Accounting Qualification. Desire for local tax and regulatory knowledge. Good understanding of business as well as up-to-date knowledge of Accounting Rules & Regulations (preferably including US GAAP). Proficient in MS Office, including PowerBI, Excel Formulas, and Pivot Tables. Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail. Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial and non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results. Proven leadership attitude and skills. Ability to drive through change. Experience in compliance and internal controls. Fluent in English. This position may require occasional travel and is based in London. Additional Information 23 Days holiday. Private Medical Insurance. Dental and Optical cover. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Training and Personnel Development Program. EAP. All your information will be kept confidential according to GDPR guidelines. Applicants must be eligible to work within the UK.
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"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. 15,000 trained professionals 250+ locations worldwide Fortune 500 Globally unified systems Job Description
The purpose of this position is to oversee activities performed by Accounting Departments in our Region to ensure compliance with US GAAP, global policies, and procedures, and any other local tax legislation. Monthly review of Countries P&L Submission Packages, and approval for Month End Close. Execute the review procedures to ensure global accounting entries submitted by CHQ are timely and accurately posted by all the countries. Actively participate in the monthly review of third party outlays and Intercompany entries, to validate compliance with our Global Policies and Procedures. Provide support to the countries on the evaluation of their control environment by performing Annual Internal Control Evaluations. Discuss and follow up with corresponding Country Controllers on the implementation of action plans to mitigate deficiencies identified in such evaluations. Support Country Controllers and other Accounting staff to guarantee a proper application/adoption of Company's Policies, Standards, and Accounting Guidance. Collaborate with the Country Controllers and/or Regional Accounting team on the preparation and delivery of any Accounting related Global request/information requirement. Participate in the review of Accounting Processes, in order to look for improvement opportunities with a positive impact on Productivity and Efficiency in Accounting. Provide financial and accounting expertise and support for the regional business operations management teams. Assist in the preparation and execution of financial policies and procedures. If required, support Country Controllers on the preparation of information/documentation for Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits. Contribute to decisions regarding financial strategy. Maintain a good relationship and communicate frequently with Country Controllers & District Managers. Support the Regional Controller on the coordination of the Annual Budgeting process across the Region. Qualifications Proven and strong experience as a Regional Controller, Regional Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or Controller. Proven Accounting and Finance experience (preferably in the Global Logistics Industry). Accounting Qualification. Desire for local tax and regulatory knowledge. Good understanding of business as well as up-to-date knowledge of Accounting Rules & Regulations (preferably including US GAAP). Proficient in MS Office, including PowerBI, Excel Formulas, and Pivot Tables. Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail. Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial and non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results. Proven leadership attitude and skills. Ability to drive through change. Experience in compliance and internal controls. Fluent in English. This position may require occasional travel and is based in London. Additional Information 23 Days holiday. Private Medical Insurance. Dental and Optical cover. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Training and Personnel Development Program. EAP. All your information will be kept confidential according to GDPR guidelines. Applicants must be eligible to work within the UK.
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