SME - Statutory Accounting

Job Description

SME Statutory Accounting at NIQ will join our Record to Report (R2R) team within Global Finance Operations organization. You will oversee the statutory accounting processes for our organization's operations in a specific region. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure full compliance with local statutory requirements of all the countries within the region, and to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting. This position is crucial in safeguarding the organization's adherence to regional financial regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Statutory Compliance: Ensure all accounting practices and records comply with local statutory requirements. Stay updated with changes in local statutory requirements and accounting standards, ensuring compliance and driving process improvements.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit accurate statutory financial statements and reports in accordance with local accounting standards.
• Audit Coordination: Liaise with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits of statutory financial statements, ensuring all financial records are maintained correctly for audit purposes. Ensure all raised or identified points during the audit or included in the management letter are resolved before the next audit commences. Conduct periodic reviews and audits of statutory financial statements to identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues.
• Corporate Law Compliances: Filing of information with local company houses in accordance with applicable corporate law
• Policy and Procedure Management: Implement accounting policies and procedures that comply with statutory regulations.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication with local Controllers on local regulatory bodies and financial institutions to ensure compliance with all financial and legal requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and local finance teams to gather and validate financial data for statutory reporting.  
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy in statutory reporting.
• Technical Advisory: This is an individual contributor role with expertise on subject matters to help & train other junior resources.

Qualifications

• Qualification: A Chartered Accountancy or CPA with preferably Company Secretary qualification
• Professional Experience: Minimum 7 years of extensive experience in statutory accounting, preferably within APAC region with expertise on regional compliances. Familiarity with the local business environment and financial regulations is essential.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of ERP systems and accounting software that are prevalent in the region, as well as Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze financial data and ensure it meets statutory requirements.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in preparing financial documents and reports.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of dealing with complex regulatory issues and explaining them to non-specialists.
• Organizational Skills: Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks simultaneously.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ 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.

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion