LiveWire Lead Financial Analyst

Skills
Account ReconciliationAssociation Of Chartered Certified AccountantsBalance Sheet ReviewBalance SheetsTrainingFinancial ReportingLivewire
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
  • CIMA/ACCA or equivalent certification
  • Minimum 5 years relevant company experience
  • Fluent in English plus another European language (Dutch/German)
  • Experience with VAT Reporting
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work on multiple projects
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Applications
  • Supervisory experience with junior accounting staff

Nice to have

  • US GAAP experience
  • Experience with large ERP systems

Day to day

  • Provide financial and analytical support for LiveWire’s EMEA operations.
  • Develop and complete financial reporting and accounting processes for the EMEA Entities.
  • Collaborate with professionals and teams across different regions and functions.
  • Lead month-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, P&L reviews, and revenue recognition activities.
  • Approve AP invoices, process travel expenses, prepare intercompany recharges, manage fixed assets, and review payroll submissions.
  • Manage VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat returns, cashflow forecasts, budget reforecasts, and corporate tax returns.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and develop more efficient processes.
  • Perform analysis and special projects, support audits and reviews.
  • Train and guide junior accounting staff on technical accounting matters.