Company DescriptionMBCC Group is one of the most recognized companies in construction chemicals worldwide with sales of approximately CHF 2.9 billion (EUR 2.7 billion)
• Enterprise value of CHF 5.5 billion represents a 11.5x EV/pro forma 2022E EBITDA multiple with expected annual synergies of CHF 160 - 180 million bringing the multiple down to 8.5x EV/EBITDA
• Transaction is highly complementary across almost all of Sika's core technologies, applications, and solutions
• Acquisition is accretive to Sika's earnings per share from the first full year post closing
• The combined company will drive the sustainability transformation of the construction industry further and faster
• Transaction is subject to regulatory approval, but Sika is confident that all required clearances will be obtained. Closing targeted for the second half of 2022
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and extensive experience working with SAP S/4HANA, specifically in the Accounts Payable (AP) and Controlling (COPA) modules.
Key Responsibilities:- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):
- Collaborate with business leaders to develop and maintain financial models ,budget & forecasts.
Operational Planning and Budgeting: Prepare operational plans, bottom-up budgets, and rolling forecasts for sales, margins, fixed costs, and KPIs.
- Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including variance analysis and trend analysis.
- Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support business initiatives and problem-solving.
- Conduct ad-hoc analysis in Costing using SAP application
- Good experience in using SAP COPA module.
- SAP S/4HANA Expertise:
- Master the configuration and utilization of SAP S/4HANA AP and COPA modules.
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity within the SAP system.
- Identify and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex SAP issues.
- Accounting Operations:
- Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, adjustments, and reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and internal controls.
- Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Mentor and guide junior team members.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in financial accounting, with a strong focus on FP&A.
- Proven expertise in SAP S/4HANA AP and COPA modules.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and 1 accuracy.
- Very Good command of English language
Additional Information- Operational Planning and Budgeting: Prepare operational plans, bottom-up budgets, and rolling forecasts for sales, margins, fixed costs, and KPIs.
• - KPI Analysis: Analyze trends in key performance indicators, focusing on financial metrics such as sales, expenditures, and profit margins.
- Cost Control: Oversee cost steering and control for the Egypt business, conduct regular cost analyses, identify main cost issues, and propose improvements to the Managing Director.
- Product Portfolio Management: Manage product portfolio profitability, provide monthly analyses, identify issues, and propose improvements to the Managing Director.
- Reporting: Prepare regular monthly reports on volumes, P&L, costs, KPIs, capex, etc.
- Operational and Financial Analysis: Perform operational and financial analyses within business units and present findings and recommendations to managers.
- Financial Controls: Develop and implement operational and financial controls to achieve business objectives.
- SAP Implementation: Implement cost control measures in SAP, including Material Ledger and Bill of Materials.
- Team Guidance: Provide guidance and direction to the internal team to improve operational and financial performance.
- CAPEX and OPEX Management: Manage CAPEX budget in cooperation with the Operations Manager and track OPEX implementation.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensured compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
- External Audit: Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate smooth audits and address any finding
