Senior Accountant - GTR & CIS

As the Senior Accountant for Global Travel Retail (GTR) & CIS at our globally recognized brand, you will play a crucial role in leading financial operations within the rapidly growing sector. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records for the GTR & CIS regions, in compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and internal policies. By partnering closely with the business, you will provide guidance on accounting and compliance matters and lead the implementation of new systems, special projects, and accounting standards for the region. Additionally, you will collaborate with a diverse, international team to drive process improvements and conduct ad hoc analyses for the markets. In this role, you can expect to support financial accounting, reporting, and analysis activities for the GTR & CIS markets, including monthly, quarterly, and annual year-end accounting and closing activities. You will ensure the overall accuracy and integrity of financial records, complying with US GAAP, local statutory requirements, and management reporting. By partnering with the Commercial and Finance teams, you will work towards enhancing accounting process efficiency and effectiveness. Your responsibilities will also include performing relevant accounting functions such as closing and balance sheet reconciliation in a timely and accurate manner, providing daily accounting support, collaborating with other teams to resolve accounting issues, and ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies and procedures. To excel in this role, you should bring 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or spirits industry. Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP platforms, Excel, and G Suite is required, along with a strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts. Holding a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) will be beneficial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, advanced knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and local tax regulations, as well as high integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities are essential. If you have previous experience with a Big 4 accounting firm, it will make you stand out. Join us at Brown-Forman, where you will have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, contribute innovative ideas, and work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork and individual excellence.,