GL ACCOUNTANT (fixed-asset)

Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Kozel, Ursus, Dreher, Tyskie, Birell, Frisco or Kingswood
These are just a few of our iconic brands. Our newly established in-house business unit in Prague will support our international markets, and anyone joining us will have a significant impact in optimizing finance operations. Read on to learn more about the role and discover how you can shape your career with us in an inclusive and diverse environment.

Join Our Dynamic Team as an GL Accountant in Prague!

Purpose of the role:

The Fixed Asset Accountant role is responsible for recording fixed asset movements in an orderly manner. The role ensures accurate capitalization, depreciation, reporting, and reconciliation of fixed assets in accordance with company policies, IFRS, and local regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the end-to-end fixed asset accounting process, which includes performing asset capitalization, transfers, technical improvements, depreciation, and disposals.
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of the fixed asset register through regular reviews, balance reconciliation, and internal control reporting.
• Cooperate with cross-functional stakeholders from the areas of Commercial Finance, Tax, Manufacturing, Procurement, or Logistics to resolve issues related to the accounting treatment and capitalization of both tangible and intangible fixed assets.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to fixed assets, including the preparation of manual journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare fixed asset reporting for statutory, tax, group consolidation, and internal audit purposes. Ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Perform internal controls. Support internal and external audit activities.
• Identify and drive process improvement opportunities to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and compliance of fixed asset accounting processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in General Ledger and/or Fixed Assets accounting is an advantage.
• Understanding of Fixed Asset accounting principles, including capitalization, depreciation, asset disposals, and knowledge of CZ GAAP.
• Ability to interpret accounting policies and apply them consistently in day-to-day operations.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial controls
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with SAP (or a similar ERP system); Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to cooperate across Finance and business teams.
• Professional working proficiency in Czech (required) and English 

Benefits:

Enjoy additional perks with our benefits package (specific to the Czech Republic):

• 5 weeks of vacation + 3 additional days for regeneration (flexi days). 

• 2 paid days per year for volunteering activities. 

• Customized home office - 40:60 rule with the possibility of individual arrangement. 

• Flexible and reduced working hours - work 7.5 hours per day. 

• Annual bonuses

• Pension savings contribution, or long-term investment product - 20,400 CZK annually. 

• Cafeteria benefit system - selection from a wide range of options (health, sports, culture, travel, and other areas). 

• Meal allowance - 105 CZK daily directly to your salary.

• Vouchers for company products - 4800 CZK annually  

• Lyra wellbeing assistance program for help in unexpected life situations (law, finance, psychology, health, and personal wellbeing). 
• Growth Possibility

• Comprehensive education and development system ( Udemy platform etc)
• Exclusive Beer Ambassador Experience - Opportunity to visit the historic Plzeňský Prazdroj brewery and deepen your knowledge of Czech brewing traditions.
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Join our team and uncover even more exciting perks that make Asahi Europe & International an exceptional place to work.

Company overview
Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks, and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.Asahi Europe and International (asahiinternational.com)

Functional overview
ABS encompasses a broad range of financial activities designed to support businesses in their day-to-day financial operations, long-term planning, and compliance with regulations. These services are crucial for maintaining financial health, making informed decisions, and achieving the overall financial objectives of the organization. The key outputs of ABS are to provide accounting services including the summarizing and reporting of financial transactions of a business, preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. ABS is also responsible for adhering to multi-jurisdiction financial regulations and reporting requirements, including ensuring compliance with these regulations and accurate and timely reporting to relevant authorities. In addition to this, ABS is to effectively use financial software and systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data security.

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.