Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1129899/151421
- Location: Hybrid - London
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience
About the role
We are seeking a Financial Accounting & Reporting Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will take ownership of monthly regional financial reporting, ensuring compliance with group standards, deadlines, and balance sheet controls. You’ll collaborate closely with Group Finance, UK&I Finance Directors, and wider business teams to resolve reporting issues and drive process improvements. Additionally, you will play a key role in the production, external audit, and filing of approximately 70 statutory accounts.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
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Main Responsibilities
- Delivery of monthly actual P&L, balance sheet and cash-flow statement in the reporting system HFM. This includes closing of the SAP subledgers and general ledger according to the defined timeline and loading this data into our group reporting system (HFM) working to resolve any issues and drive efficiencies .
- Submit controlled accounts by working day 4 and take responsibility of finding and implementing efficiencies in the monthly controlling process.
- Drive improvement of the quality of accounting information to facilitate monthly reporting process, working closely with our accounting shared services centre in Porto, the segment financial controllers, the FP&A team and IS&T for necessary system developments.
- Work closely with segment Finance Directors in ensuring agreed acquisition accounting for acquired entities, and in supporting with corporate disposals in line with group reporting requirements
- Work closely with segment Finance Controllers and Head of Finance – Region Management Reporting to improve control over the balance sheet.
- Develop and create monthly entity reporting to inform the region CFO.
- Work with the finance director of our global sports events business to guarantee correct reporting of trading, assets and liabilities.
- User of the Planon (asset management tool used for IFRS 16 impact calculation) finance processes: coordinate monthly update of information, monthly close and booking of IFRS 16 journals in the accounting system and controlling of resulting impacts in the financial statements.
- Responsible for the production, audit, signature and filing of the companies’ entities statutory accounts (circa 30+ trading entities and 40+ dormant entities).
- Responsible for ensuring SAP and group entity reporting in line with statutory reporting, with minimal exceptions being fully and clearly auditable.
- Technical point of reference for Finance Directors for all technical accounting matters in UK GAAP and IFRS (IFRS 2, IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16). Own implementation of new accounting standards in the region, working closely with the Group Director of Accounting Methods and Procedures and the Region’s Finance Directors.
- Working along side a team of four, with three colleagues based in Mumbai
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified accountant (ACA)
- 3+ years’ experience in a finance position, ideally practice and industry
- Experience of IFRS reporting and UK GAAP
- Experience with accounting systems (SAP) and financial reporting/consolidation systems (HFM)
- Resilient and motivated with drive and determination to identify and resolve issues
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to work under pressure; think clearly and act decisively
- Flexible and comfortable with working in a context of change
- Good personal organisation skills
Package Description
Competitive salary depending on experience
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater
You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
In addition, we offer
20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.
For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
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