Senior Analyst Accounting Operations

Overview WELCOME TO SITA We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry. You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big? Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA. ABOUT THE ROLE AND THE TEAM The External Reporting Team member, as Senior Analyst Accounting Operations, is responsible for delivering external financial reporting required for SITA entities across the world, with primary focus on European countries. External financial reporting includes the financial statements, the corporate income tax returns as well as financial statistics. He/she ensures the consistency of the financial reporting with IFRS standards and local regulatory requirements and follows the evolution of these regulations. This includes analysis of the trial balances and collaboration with the external auditors, entities accountants and tax managers. WHAT YOU WILL DO: For each European SITA entity under his/her responsibility: Participate actively in the planning for the preparation and delivery of the financial statements, the Corporate Income Tax return and, if applicable, financial statistics; Perform detailed analysis of the trial balance and the transactions recorded; Document this analysis and share it with external auditors (if the entity is audited) and with external partners (if the accounting and/or the preparation of the financial statements and/or corporate income tax return is outsourced); Resolve queries from external auditors, external partners or tax authorities; Keep track and have perfect knowledge of the differences between the entity local trial balance as reported in the local financial statements (IFRS or local GAAP) and the entity trial balance as maintained by the SITA central accounting processes (IFRS); Collaborate with other SITA teams to reduce differences as much as possible; When the accounting of the entity is outsourced, review and validation of the reconciliation between the local trial balance as reported in the local financial statements (IFRS or local GAAP) and the entity trial balance as maintained by the SITA central accounting processes (IFRS); When prepared internally, prepare financial statements and associated disclosures in line with IFRS or local GAAP. Regularly review the local country financial reporting requirements. Collaborate and support other team members; Identify organizational and process efficiency improvements; Implement specific department project and process improvement tasks. Qualifications ABOUT YOUR SKILLS This function requires 3 to 5 years of experience in an accounting environment preferably within a medium to large international company, or within an international auditing firm would be appreciated as well. Understanding of IFRS accounting principles; Analytical capabilities Ability to multi-task, to stand up to pressure and meet tight deadlines Good communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external customers at all levels Team-player Proficiency in spoken and written English; other languages are beneficial Demonstrate PC proficiency (MS Excel and Word) Working knowledge of accounting (Oracle) or reporting tools (Onestream, Anaplan) is desirable. WHAT WE OFFER We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever. 🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs) ⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. 🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. 🌿 Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs. 🚀 Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning! 🙌 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status. SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.