Senior Expert Group Consolidation

We are currently looking for a Senior Expert Group Consolidation to join our team in Maastricht/Geneva.

As Senior Expert Group Consolidation you participate in the financial consolidation by collecting, judging of and reporting on the financial figures of dsm-firmenich. As well as being a focal point between reporting units, Business Units/Regional Finance Centers and the shared service center on one hand, and the internal and external stakeholders on the other hand.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and their corresponding documentation on a wide range of accounting topics including technical topics such as business combinations/divestments; support in the preparation of accounting papers as necessary.
• Be critical on the quality of financial data reported by local teams, challenge and understand significant movements/balances reported by local finance and ensure accuracy in accordance with IFRS and the Group accounting policies; prepare and providing trainings as necessary.
• Prepare standard monthly and/or quarterly reports and review those of other team members; also prepare ad hoc reports based on punctual top management or other stakeholders needs.
• Actively foster a “best-in-class” reporting environment by helping simplify/standardize reporting systems and providing appropriate training and support to regional, local and GES finance teams.
• Support the team in preparing the dsm-firmenich consolidated annual report by preparing some disclosures and their supporting documentation, including preparing goodwill impairment tests and deliverables to external auditors.
• Take the lead in preparing annual reports for the sub-consolidations (i.e. legacy DSM and/or legacy Firmenich).
• Manage the needs of stakeholders outside of GC&R, in particular FP&A, BU Finance, Financial Compliance and others as necessary.

We Bring

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

You Bring

• Master’s degree in finance and/or accounting and strong knowledge of IFRS accounting practices, CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.
• 5-7+ years of work experience in auditing and/or financial group accounting; Big Four experience is a plus.
• Affinity with systems and automation (preferably SAP GR). Excel agility is a must.
• An ambitious and talented team player with good adaptability skills in a changing post-merger environment.
• Fluency in written and verbal English is a must.

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet.

dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.