REPORTING SPECIALIST

Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Kozel, 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.

Purpose of the role:

The Reporting Specialist is responsible for optimizing and managing the organization’s reporting processes. This role involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to produce accurate and insightful reports that drive informed decision-making.

Reporting Specialists work closely with various departments to understand their specific reporting needs, design tailored reports, and implement streamlined reporting systems. By enhancing reporting efficiency and clarity, they play a key role in supporting organizational growth, improving operational effectiveness, and empowering leaders with the insights needed to make strategic decisions.

The objective of the role:

• Compiling and preparing detailed month-end accruals journals and schedules for reporting purposes.
• Coordinating the production of comprehensive P&Ls, flash reports, and additional analyses in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Conducting monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts for accurate financial reporting.
• Managing intercompany recharges and performing in-depth Intercompany reconciliations and confirmations.
• Ensuring accurate and timely upload and reconciliation of daily Bank and Cash transactions for reporting purposes.
• Assisting in the preparation of month-end Internal Audit files for reporting accuracy.
• Posting Treasury Accounting journals and generating reports related to treasury activities.
• Assisting in the collation and analysis of the annual budget and Profit Forecast data for reporting purposes.
• Preparing detailed finance budget schedules, including P&Ls and profit analysis, to support financial reporting requirements.
• Compiling Revenue and Royalty information from various Asahi markets for reporting purposes.
• Managing accruals, generating invoices related to royalties, and validating intercompany royalty balances for accurate reporting.
• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts under HK GAAP to ensure accurate year-end financial reporting.
• Collaborating with audit teams to address year-end audit queries and providing necessary documentation for reporting accuracy.
• Assisting with year-end tax computation and return preparation for accurate tax-related financial reporting.
• Handling ad hoc projects and special assignments related to financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and completeness of the reports.
• Actively participating in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of financial reporting operations.
• Ensuring strict adherence to reporting service level agreements, including timely, accurate, and high-quality reporting deliverables.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• English and Czech on a professional level
• 1-3 years of experience in finance or accounting, with experience in shared services being a plus.
• Open-minded, collaborative, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Advanced IT and Excel skills; experience with SAP or similar software is a strong advantage.

Benefits:

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

• Annual bonus and salary review
• Flexible working hours
• 28 days of paid time off
• Pension scheme contribution
• Lunch subsidy
• Budget to enjoy our products
• Customizable benefits package
• Access to online medical services
• Paid time off for volunteering

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 encompass 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 to adhere to multi-jurisdiction financial regulations and reporting requirements, including ensuring compliance with these regulations and ensure accurate and timely reporting to relevant authorities. In addition to this, ABS is to use 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.