Financial Controller(Contractor)

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Senior Financial Controller
Shanghai, China
Hybrid
N/A
We invite you to become a Senior Financial Controller of the China A Financial Control & Accounting (FC&A) team. Our FC&A China team of around 30 professionals is embarking on an exciting journey to separate the Animal Nutrition & Health business, as announced by the Company in February 2024: dsm-firmenich to separate out Animal Nutrition & Health business from the Group.

As part of this transformative phase, we are expanding our team to ensure we continue to deliver exceptional financial control & accounting activities for the region. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled experienced Financial Controller to join our team during a time of change.

As an experienced Financial Controller joining in this dynamic and changing environment, you will play a critical role in managing the financial activities of the legal entities impacted by the separation. You will work closely with the existing team in place, to ensure our team deliver and execute the finance planning, actuals, closing and reporting activities of all existing and/or newly created legal entities. Additionally, you will support the transfer of assets and liabilities to newly created legal entities, ensuring a smooth and compliant transition - all while building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a high-impact project and work within a supportive and innovative environment.
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.

Your key responsibilities
. Oversee and execute finance actuals, closing, reporting and forecasting activities for assigned reporting unit(s) to ensure timely delivery and accuracy Perform thorough sanity checks of the Profit and Loss (P&L) statement and coordinate variances analysis against actuals, including comparisons to prior periods.
. Ensure compliance with dsm-firmenich Accounting Rules, international, and local statutory accounting standards to maintain integrity of financial statements and management reports.
. Monitor the Balance Sheet and P&L Statement, conduct financial variance analysis, and address exceptional items to ensure financial stability and accuracy. Review integrity and quality of all sub ledgers, including balance reconciliation, to identify and resolve discrepancies.
. Responsible for the compliance, correctness, and completeness of the applicable master data fields for the assigned legal entities.
. Provide evidence for the Internal Control Framework and follows up on remediation plans. And coordinate the external audit process from dsm-firmenich point of view.
. Provide support during the legal entity separation process
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.
. A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
. An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.
. A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things.
. A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers
You bring
. Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting/financial Controlling, and/or licensed certified public accountant.
. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Accounting/Controlling.
. Proficient understanding of Finance and Accounting processes. Strong knowledge of financial control processes, IFRS principles and financial analysis budgeting, and forecasting. ERP knowledge such as SAP.
. Proactive, self-motivated, and resilient, with a drive for continuous learning and growth.
. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions and levels.
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: (here,) there's a place for everyone with us.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our 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.
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