Associate Manager- Financial Reporting

Reporting to the Record to Report (RTR) Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the financial reporting activities to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely reporting of actual results. This also involves the analysis and interpretation of new accounting standards, and the co-ordination of resources to meet reporting requirements. The Record to Report function is typified by a series of stringent reporting requirements which must be achieved. Within the tight time constraints of the environment, the position is expected to continually seek ways of improving the accuracy of the accounting information, the presentation of reports, and reducing the time to complete reporting activities. Major Responsibilities Lead the preparation of the financial reporting activities of Zalora to facilitate efficient, timely, and accurate reporting of results, in accordance with corporate reporting requirements, country statutory requirements and IFRS. Direct the application of new or changes to corporate, statutory, IFRS and relevant accounting standards. Provide a source of financial expertise, business knowledge and problem-solving capabilities to assure sound analysis, recommendations and action programs in assignments involving corporate finance activities. Fixed Assets, Inventory, and Intercompany Accounting Ensure fixed assets are maintained according to fixed assets’ policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, identification of impaired assets, and integrity of asset registers. Implement and conform to applicable inventory accounting policies, internal control procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles including IFRS and statutory accounting requirements. Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of intercompany billings in compliance with the corporate and relevant accounting requirements. Direct the team in reviewing and analyzing monthly recharge cost center or expenses to ensure the financial records accurately reflected the current status of transactions and events. Reconciliation and Integrity of Statutory Financial Statements Ensure the integrity of monthly financial statements is maintained by conducting detailed account reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure the financial records accurately reflect the current status of transactions and events. Direct and execute the monthly balance sheet review process for Zalora. Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors during quarterly review, year-end group reporting audit, and statutory audit. Financial Reporting Systems and Procedures Ensure financial accounting systems are maintained in good working order and are developed to meet changing business requirements, and support and training is provided to finance end users. Develop, maintain, and implement policies and procedures for the effective management and control of financial accounting processes and systems, ensuring they comply with the relevant accounting standards, country, and corporate requirements. Internal Customer Relationships Proactively work and collaborate with internal customers to ensure the type and quality of services provided support them in the achievement of their business objectives, and efficiently provide the essential support services to the organization. Drive a customer-service mindset throughout the RTR organization. Internal Controls Identify and make recommendations to improve financial and internal controls and other business processes and practices. Execute processes standardization and automation in collaboration with other teams – ERP and Data Team. Partners with the regional process owners and serves as a value-added business partner. Sharing best practices and provides support and guidance on major business changes and process transformation aiming to enable process excellence. Influence and make recommendations on the RTR aspects of strategic projects in their planning and execution. Manages stakeholder’s expectations; ensure adequate communication flow in place to support country senior leaders and functional senior management. Qualifications/Skills/Experience Degree in Accounting and professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, etc) Minimum of 5 years’ experience in RTR functions with at least 3 years team leadership experience. Thorough understanding of International Accounting Standards and Statutory Accounting Requirement and experience in implementing accounting changes. Practical knowledge of Philippines Local Statutory requirements and IFRS accounting requirements and sound analytical skills required to resolve accounting issues. Experience in managing transitions and process improvement projects. Knowledge of computer systems and applications including SAP and OneStream. Good command of verbal and written English. Amenable to work on a hybrid work setup: reporting to office once a week or depending on business need. ZALORA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr