About The Role The role of Manager Group Accounting and Reporting (GAR) plays a crucial role in ensuring high‑quality financial reporting, technical accounting compliance, and consistent application of IFRS across the Group. The role strengthens the integrity of consolidated financial information, drives alignment of accounting practices globally, and provides expert guidance on complex accounting matters. This position partners closely with regional finance teams, the Group consolidation function, and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver accurate reporting, strong governance, and continuous improvement of Group‑wide accounting processes.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the Group’s IFRS technical expert, supporting regional and local teams on complex accounting topics and new standards
Specific focus on financial instruments, fair valuation and hedge accounting: IFRS compliance, systems and processes
Prepare robust accounting documentation, policies and position papers for complex transactions and significant accounting areas
Develop and maintain Group accounting policies, reporting guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistent application across entities
Partner with the Group consolidation team to ensure a smooth, timely, and accurate period close
Build and maintain a strong internal network across regions and functions (FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal) to support Group‑wide initiatives
Support transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and process optimization projects within Group Finance
Provide high‑quality internal reporting and analytical insights on consolidated results to senior management
Contribute to the preparation of external disclosures for the Annual Report, Half‑Year Report, and other regulatory filings
Monitor emerging IFRS developments and assess their impact on the Group
About You
Minimum 7 years in a professional accounting firm (Big 4 a plus) or multinational/listed company environment
Exceptional knowledge of technical accounting under IFRS (formulating policy, drafting memos and compliance in practice)
Expertise and experience in accounting for commodities and derivatives, fair valuation and hedge accounting
Experience in a global team and external reporting for a listed (preferably SIX) entity
Demonstrates very positive attitude in a dynamic, matrix and multi‑country business environment
Knowledge of SAP ERP and Group consolidation systems
Advanced proficiency in Excel and standard business applications
Applied data‑driven mindset in leveraging BI tools for financial insights and reporting optimization
Agent of change in technical, process and system implementation of fair valuation and hedge accounting policies and best practice
Curiosity and intellectual agility to navigate complex accounting topics
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Key Responsibilities
Act as the Group’s IFRS technical expert, supporting regional and local teams on complex accounting topics and new standards
Specific focus on financial instruments, fair valuation and hedge accounting: IFRS compliance, systems and processes
Prepare robust accounting documentation, policies and position papers for complex transactions and significant accounting areas
Develop and maintain Group accounting policies, reporting guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistent application across entities
Partner with the Group consolidation team to ensure a smooth, timely, and accurate period close
Build and maintain a strong internal network across regions and functions (FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal) to support Group‑wide initiatives
Support transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and process optimization projects within Group Finance
Provide high‑quality internal reporting and analytical insights on consolidated results to senior management
Contribute to the preparation of external disclosures for the Annual Report, Half‑Year Report, and other regulatory filings
Monitor emerging IFRS developments and assess their impact on the Group
About You
Minimum 7 years in a professional accounting firm (Big 4 a plus) or multinational/listed company environment
Exceptional knowledge of technical accounting under IFRS (formulating policy, drafting memos and compliance in practice)
Expertise and experience in accounting for commodities and derivatives, fair valuation and hedge accounting
Experience in a global team and external reporting for a listed (preferably SIX) entity
Demonstrates very positive attitude in a dynamic, matrix and multi‑country business environment
Knowledge of SAP ERP and Group consolidation systems
Advanced proficiency in Excel and standard business applications
Applied data‑driven mindset in leveraging BI tools for financial insights and reporting optimization
Agent of change in technical, process and system implementation of fair valuation and hedge accounting policies and best practice
Curiosity and intellectual agility to navigate complex accounting topics
Diversity & Inclusion At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
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