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We're looking for a temporary Finance Manager, Consolidations & General Ledger based at WWF International in Gland, Switzerland.
This is a fixed-term position from 1st June to 31st December 2010 based at WWF International in Gland, Switzerland. Only local applications will be considered (Geneva-Lausanne area).
Major Functions:
Coordinate the year end consolidation process, including the preparation of draft
financial statements.
Play a key role in the monthly closing process, including the review of the trial
balance.
Lead the process to update WWF International’s financial policies and procedures manual.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
-Coordinate the year end consolidation for the countries which are not yet on Oracle;
-Monitor progress against the consolidation plan and update management;
-Carry out the year-end consolidation for a portfolio of countries not yet on Oracle;
-Prepare reconciliations of inter-company accounts with WWF Programme Offices. Liaise with other
departments and Programme Office counterparts to follow up and resolve differences as well as to
streamline the reconciliation process;-Lead the process to maintain and enhance the consolidation reporting package, process and tools for the offices which are not yet on Oracle;-Ensure that the grants clearing account is reconciled on a regular basis;
-Review the trial balance, including the timely reconciliation and clearance of suspense accounts;
-Complete analytical reviews of the consolidation, both at individual programme office level and
consolidation level;
-Draft the consolidated financial statements, including notes to the accounts;
-Liaise with internal and external auditors;
-Principal back-up for the supervision of the monthly closing at WWF International and support to
programme offices, including review of transactions and reconciliations;
-Lead the process to update WWF International’s financial policies and procedures manual;
-Provide support and advice to programme offices on the application of the WWF group accounting
policies;
-Carries out other duties, as and when required, at the request of the Financial Controller;
-Work closely with Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to prepare the financial data for the half
year and full year KPI reports;
-Assist in preparation of monthly reports, acting as main liaison between Financial Planning &
Analysis and Accounting to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the reports. |
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Bachelors Degree
Accounting cert. (internationally recognised accounting qualification)
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7 years + |
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French : Speak / Write Fluently
English : Speak / Write Fluently
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fixed-term |
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unspecified |
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EU National |
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Vaud Gland |
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Required Qualifications
An internationally recognised accounting qualification
Minimum 5 years experience of accounting and reporting, ideally within an international group of companies, including the supervision of staff.
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to function in a multi-cultural environment
Excellent computer skills: presentations, graphs, financial software, word processing, MS-Powerpoint
Knowledge of Oracle and financial reporting systems an advantage
Aptitude for clear and concise oral and written communication
Fluency in English and French
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results. |
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In almost 5 decades, WWF has become one of the world's largest and most respected independent conservation organizations. |
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WWF International
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