Description
Diageo is seeking a Financial Reporting Advisor to provide accounting and reporting advice to stakeholders in the Diageo finance community.
The successful candidate will participate in building and providing accounting training agendas, support debates with auditors on group issues, and lead reporting aspects of other group projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advising collaborators in the finance community on financial statement preparation and disclosure issues
- Supporting the creation and maintenance of an accounting capability program
- Preparing accounting papers to support Diageo's accounting treatment in accounting issues
- Preparing and reviewing the Group's annual report, press release, 20-F, and 6-K with a focus on compliance with IFRS and other external reporting obligations
- Coordinating the activities of the Financial Reporting team
- Monitoring the accuracy of reporting received from the business and communicating errors and improvement opportunities
- Providing regional support for group accounting questions
- Engaging with markets to ensure compliance with group accounting policies and updating them for new accounting standards and interpretations
- Liaising with group auditors for interim, annual, and Sox audits
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Professional qualifications such as ACCA or CPA
- At least 5 years of strong financial accounting experience, including significant experience in IFRS reporting
- Experience in preparing statutory accounts in accordance with IFRS and relevant accounting standards
- Experience working in a multinational finance environment across different commercial and cultural markets
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand the broader business context
- Good understanding of Diageo processes and applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to engage and motivate stakeholders and drive effective solutions
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Diageo offers a competitive rewards and benefits package, including a unique family leave opportunity, product allowance, gym facilities, and a rooftop bar.
The company prioritizes flexibility and supports employees in managing their wellbeing and balancing their priorities.