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This is a resume box for the A&R Specialist - Mandarin role. Target start dates may be ASAP or vary depending on the availability of roles. 

Reporting to: Accounting and Reporting Cluster Center Process Manager

 

Accounting & Reporting Specialist - Mandarin (For Pooling)

The Accounting & Reporting team supports JTI entities with various IFRS and local statutory accounting activities. These include preparing and submitting accruals, fixed asset and GL account master data maintenance requests, monthly balance sheet reconciliations, entity trial balance reviews, quarterly IFRS reporting, tax packages, statutory reporting, VAT return data validation, and annual reports like CBCR and JCFC. The team collaborates with finance colleagues in Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia to achieve this.

As the Accounting and Reporting Specialist - Mandarin  in GBS Manila, you will: 

Analyze and prepare monthly accounting entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and quarterly/annual reports based on JTI IFRS principles and SLAs; collaborate with markets for statutory audits and financial statements; review and provide feedback on work prepared by team specialists.Review process documentation prepared by the team and provide feedbackAchieve operational metrics and KPIs; enhance knowledge of SAP, accounting/tax, and business processes; support and analyze process improvements; coordinate and review user acceptance testing for system changes.Support the team with assigned JSOX and operational controls per internal documentation; escalate control failures and ensure mitigation actions are implementedLiaise with market/factory accountants, controllers, and relevant departments to ensure reliable accounting information; handle ad hoc tasks from the team manager; support other GBS groups; participate in local and global projects as assigned

Requirements: 

University degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or similar qualification is a plusMinimum 1 year of experience in finance/accounting or external auditing; financial reporting experience is a plus
Proficiency in English and Mandarin (oral, reading, writing); both simplified and traditional Chinese required for tax compliance. Role supports entities in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, and MalaysiaStrong knowledge of general accounting principles (intercompany, fixed assets, inventories, leases, receivables/payables, accruals)Solid background in financial reporting, especially financial statement preparationWorking knowledge of IFRS, Tax, and SOX complianceFamiliarity with SAP and Microsoft applications is a plusExperience in system and shared service migration is a plusExperience in training junior team members is a plusCommitment to professional development and results-orientedStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsOpen-minded, positive, and adaptable to change

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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