Balance sheet management, including reporting and coordinating quarterly balance sheet reviews across the Group
Business partnering with the key stakeholders to review existing processes, define control requirements and support implementation of processes to ensure that controls can be operated effectively
Work with stakeholders globally to develop and continuously improve cash flow reporting to provide timely, consistent, and meaningful reporting , and provides actionable insights
Prepare and report the global free cash flow to senior management periodically, including end to end co-ordination of the free cash flow budgeting and forecasting process
Ensuring all accounting processes are followed and where appropriate improved, with required documentation and internal controls being put in place
Support month end and year end closing
Assisting with queries from, and delivery of data to, internal and external auditors
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or overseas Equivalent) -
Previous accounting experience
Good knowledge of Financial Control frameworks e.g. (SOX)
Excellent communication skills and confidence in partnering with stakeholders
Experience with cash flow direct and indirect
Confident in identifying, resolving and escalating key points and issues
Experience across publishing/media is desirable but not essential