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Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your understanding on changes and updates in accounting standards & group policies (Group Financial Reporting Manual), and its impact on group, internal & statutory financial reporting and closing activities?
If you are driven by passion to enhance business knowledge and keep updated on business change(s), this is a role that will help you achieving them through closing activities & financial analysis; and frequent discussion & collaboration with corporate / business finance.
If yes, then this R&A Financial Accounting and Controlling (FAC) Project Analyst role could be the one you were looking for. Be part of the Downstream (DS) R&A FAC team and help us transform the way we manage the financials of Downstream Americas business.
Where You Fit In?
The Downstream Reporting & Analysis Organization is a team of >1,000 colleagues providing accurate, timely and insightful analysis to deliver more and cleaner energy solutions.
Within this organization, we are a cluster of teams responsible for Americas end to end Group and Statutory financial reporting activities.
The role of R&A FAC Project Analyst is to ensure that all reporting activities & responsibilities are performed in an accurate, timely and efficient manner. He or she will be responsible for closing activities and financial analysis of more complex Shell Downstream Entities which includes verifying financial data, making appropriate adjustments if needed; and provide financial analysis to facilitate & support business decision.
This position will report to R&A FAC Senior Manager in the Finance Operations (FO) Centre and will liaise with the respective FO counterpart/businesses across various geographical locations to deliver accurate information to group accounting & reporting system; and global metrics for R&A FAC.
What is the Role?
Support month end closing activities i.e. General Ledger close including preparation of manual journals and making adjustments to final numbers in Group Reporting tool; and ensure key deadlines are met for Group & internal reporting.
Complete all accounting activities in a timely and accurate manner, resolving/escalating issues and ensure compliance & operating effectiveness for all controls.
Perform reasonableness review of financial statements (Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss).
Analyze key accounts in Balance Sheet (Blackline) to ensure balances are appropriately reconciled and properly supported.
Perform local statutory reporting activities and ensure timely deliverables.
Manage control remediation initiatives and participate in statutory, internal control and system assurance audits.
Perform thorough analysis of unique and complex accounting issues for due diligence and proper accounting treatment.
Sets the right priorities regarding multiple work and demands driving sustainable working.
Act as first point of escalation for process related items within team, resolving or escalating issues timely and effectively
Develop continuous strategies to identify Continuous Improvement opportunities and sharing of knowledge/learning among team members.
Support for critical projects including data gathering, evaluation, testing and data cleanse.
What We Need from You?
Amenable to a 1 year fixed-term/project-based contract
Degree in Finance/Accounting or Professional Qualifications with 5 to 8 years related working experience.
Working knowledge & experience in SAP is an added advantage.
Experience in handling end to end audit/local statutory reporting is an added advantage.
Broad knowledge of financial accounting requirements (Proficiency in financial accounting practices and IFRS standards).
Good analytical skills, meticulous and able to work independently & prioritize well.
Results oriented, fast paced, resourceful and proactive.
Team oriented; strong leadership and communication skills
Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills
Proficient in Microsoft applications especially Excel.
Resilient and able to deliver under pressure.
What we offer
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.
Our business has been built on a foundation of innovative technology and skilled employees. By providing energy to sustain people’s lives for more than a hundred years, Shell has become one of the world’s leading companies.
Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future. At Shell, everyone does their part.
An inclusive place to work
Shell is working to become one of the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations in the world. We are taking steps to create an environment where everyone – from our employees, to our customers, partners, and suppliers – feels valued, respected, and has a strong sense of belonging.
To achieve this, we must ensure all people are treated fairly, irrespective of their race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, ethnic origin, nationality, or other status.
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
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Company Description
Shell Business Operations (SBO) Manila forms the operational backbone of business processes that help deliver Shell’s business solutions across the globe. We are focused on driving excellent corporate performance in Finance, Human Resources, Customer Service, Order-to-Delivery, and Contracting and Procurement. Diversity is key at SBO Manila, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining the company, you will benefit from an industry-leading development program that will see you tap into a pool of expert knowledge that will help propel your career.
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