LET’S TALK ABOUT THE JOB!
The Group Financial Controller & Treasury is responsible for the consolidation, preparation and control of periodical and yearly stand-alone and group financial statements, maintaining and controlling the accounts of the group’s holding and financing companies, and optimizing Shurgard’s cash management and treasury function.

You report to the Director of Reporting, Planning & Analysis.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES!

Group reporting and Control

• You have end-responsibility for the consolidation, preparation and control of the periodical and yearly stand-alone and group financial statements.
• You control the accuracy of the monthly, quarterly and year-end close, respecting the due dates and deadlines set.
• You are the in-house IFRS expert, making recommendations through memorandums on the accounting and reporting of complex or unusual transactions. You also oversee specific GAAP retreatments, such as accounting for leases, stock options or pensions.
• You support M&A activities and post-deal integration into the reporting package.
• You prepare and submit quarterly financial reporting package to Group’s external stakeholder.
• You support the calculation and reporting of deferred taxes in close collaboration with the Director of Tax.
• You manage periodical recharge of expenses from the central support centers to the operating companies.
• You act as a key contact for external auditors during the periodical and yearly audits.

Corporate Accounting of Holding & Financing entities

• You have end-responsibility for accurate accounting, control and preparation of the financial statements for our Guernsey and Luxemburg-based holding and financing companies.
• You review monthly and yearly VAT tax return for these entities.
• You are the spokesperson for Shurgard’s auditors with regard to the coordination, preparation and sign-off of these accounts.

Treasury

• You oversee the cash pooling transactions within the group, and you are responsible for the internal and external financing of the group.
• You manage the operational relationship with the banks and manage the convenants reporting.
• You prepare periodical cash forecasts and ensure Shurgard’s cash is utilized and invested in the most efficient way.
• You oversee FX risk management and exposure monitoring.

Process and systems

• You are responsible for the correct set up and maintenance of Shurgard’s consolidation software application (HFM), as well as the related ITGC controls.
• You ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• You establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• You contribute to the improvements of the business reporting systems and tools.
• You participate on an ad hoc basis in group-wide projects on financial management or systems development.

People Management

• You manage, guide and develop the Senior Accountant Holding and Consolidation.
• You establish and monitor the team goals and objectives.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR SKILLS!

• You are hands-on and willing to learn and understand all detailed aspects of the job.
• You have a shown track record of delivering on time and under pressure.
• You can analyze, interpret, describe, and document changes in company structure and complex transactions and have a proactive attitude.
• You show flexibility and are open to change and take ownership of dedicated tasks.
• You actively seek opportunities for self-development and learning.
• You are aware of the customer’s needs (internal or external), put them first in own work.
• You prioritize own and team’s work, are decisive and take initiative beyond call of duty.
• You promote co-operation within the team and between teams, and act as an example of effective teamwork.
• You understand the company strategy and the strategic context of own work.
• You act as a change agent, “selling” and implementing change effectively.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROFILE!

• You hold a master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or equivalent experience.
• You have at least 10 years of professional experience in accounting, financial controlling, consolidation or reporting, in a multinational (preferably listed) company. Experience in a Big 4 is considered as an asset.
• You have solid knowledge of IFRS standards and are keen on following up on new developments.
• You have strong experience or exposure to consolidation activities, with an affinity to accounting.
• You have the ambition, ability and vision to increase your responsibilities fast.
• You have a fluent working knowledge of English. Good French and/or Dutch language skills are considered an asset.
• You have a good working knowledge of MS Office applications in general and excellent Excel skills. Knowledge of consolidation software (HFM) is a strong asset.

And colleagues? Well, they are very important to you too. You like sharing and collaborating. You want to contribute to a fun and constructive work climate.