About Inchcape
Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future. Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry. Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.
We are a business delivering sustainable growth and cash returns, with a diversified geographic presence in over 40+ markets. We partner with our OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and mobility companies, unlocking opportunities through our people and technology. We use our in-market expertise coupled with our advanced data analytics to deliver outstanding performance for our partners and build stronger automotive brands.
Our Europe & Africa region incorporates 17 beautiful countries, as many languages and more than 3,500 Inchcape employees. This makes it a culturally rich business area and a wonderfully diverse team.
As
Head of Financial Accounting for Europe & Africa you are responsible from A to Z for all accounting and reporting activities, related projects and preparation of reports for different group committees.
You will be reporting to the Financial Controller of Europe & Africa and together ensure solid financial figures in line with group and external accounting policies. You will be working closely with the different country Finance Directors, our outsourced Shared Service Centre and Group Accounting team.
Key Responsibilities Are (e.g.)
- Responsible for the full coordination of Month End Close activities together with our outsourced Shared Service Centre and Group Accounting, resulting in a timely and accurate reporting of actual results in line with Group guidelines
- Perform quarterly balance sheet reviews with market Finance Directors, challenging local reporting and adherence to Group requirements
- Monitoring financial transactions including but not limited to reviewing material accounting judgements, lease accounting, foreign exchange transactions and hedging, impairment and going concern/viability.
- Maintain compliance with all international (IFRS) and local regulations (in cooperation with local heads of finance) and legal.
- Prepare and co-lead with Financial Controller E&A and market Finance Directors, papers for Group Credit Committee, Audit Committee, and Investment Committee
- Manage and assists with auditing activities by providing the necessary information – first line between External Auditor (Deloitte) and market Finance Directors
- Assist on matters arising from local demand driven by market Finance Directors
- Monitoring on working capital items together with Regional Treasury lead and Regional FP&A lead, including direct and indirect cash methodology
- Overseeing various projects around systems implementations, new accounting standards as required.
- Guaranteeing the continuous improvement of processes for our Region (Europe & Africa) in close collaboration with Regional Finance team, led by the Financial Controller E&A
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics or business administration
- Experience in working in an international environment
- 7+ years of experience in an accounting role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- IFRS and accounting knowledge
- Problem-solving mindset combined with strong analytical skills
- Eergized by getting things done and are able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Fluency in English
Company Offers
- Competitive remuneration package
- Group Life & Medical plan
- Pension plan
- Annual Bonus
- Company car
- Fuel card
- Monthly vouchers
- Employee discounts on products & services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Modern working environment
- Hybrid working scheme
- Continuous learning & development opportunities
Toyota Hellas is an equal opportunities employer, making recruitment decisions based on the individuals and their qualifications against job requirements. We value diversity and inclusion at our company keeping sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics out of our recruitment process. We have zero tolerance on harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength.
