Country Chief Accountant - Latvian speaking

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The Position

Who we are: Roche Services & Solutions (RSS)

Roche Services Solutions aims at "transforming the way Roche operates.'' As a global organization of more than 2,800 employees, we enable Roche to operate in a competitive and ever-changing business environment. We provide our partners with end-to-end business services and solutions, enabling them to focus on patient-centric activities. Embracing a OneRoche mindset, we leverage our

global network located in Budapest, San José (Costa Rica), Kuala Lumpur, Riga (Latvia) and our other sites to remain customer-centric 24/7 and co-create solutions in partnership within Roche in more than 150 countries.

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RSS Riga, Latvia

Due to the continued high demand for RSS services, we created a satellite location in Riga, Latvia in 2023. The Riga office is part of the Roche Services & Solutions EMEA organization and complements the Budapest site in capabilities and capacities. The Riga office is planned to grow to more than 200 employees over the next 4-5 years, with talents in exciting and emerging fields such as Digital Marketing, Regulatory Capabilities, Agile Coaching, Project Management as well as Finance.

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About the position

Your day to day responsibilities as a Country Chief Accountant:

You will coordinate with RSS (Roche Services & Solutions) Budapest Finance teams (Demand to Pay, Record to Report, Travel and Expense, Compliance) and execute month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate closure of accounts in compliance with month-end close checklist.

As a qualified expert, you:

R2R

Perform analytical review of profit and loss accounts and balance sheet, accountable for the financial accuracy of the affiliate’s financials.

Take responsibility of all Internal Controls of Financial Reporting (ICFR) documentation and internal controls matters, act as owner for the ICFR tools – INVOLVE and BWISE

Review monthly balance sheet reconciliation – follow up on open items and rectify any anomalies encountered

Ensure submission other reporting packages accurately and within specified timeline i.e. Sustainability, Insurance reporting

Take responsibility of IFRS 16 Leasing related matters i.e SimSol /Planon.

Review and provide approval for all manual journal entries for posting by RSS Budapest team.

Take responsibility for all management accounting aspects i.e. Period cost allocation, COPA allocation, SCC allocation, etc.

Take responsibility for all aspects of Accounts Receivables – review and approve manual billings, review debtors ageing and determine follow up actions, ensure all sales related activities are reported timely and accurate.

Perform Cash flow management - forecast current and future cash flow requirement and arrangement for necessary fund transfers (if required).

Take responsibility for all treasury matters i.e. FX deal, credit facilities, payment request, banking matters

DtP

Handle all accounts payable related matters

Master Data

Manage master data - Chart of Accounts, Cost Center, Profit Center. WBS, vendor & customer master data, UCI, etc.

Others

Prepare statutory taxes calculations and reconciliation, including tax reporting and liaising with Tax Consultant.

Prepare audit related schedules and documentation, including liaising with the Auditor.

Participate in any compliance audits and respond to audit queries.

Identify, recommend and implement solutions in consultation with the management for continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of operation.

Act as main contact person for RSS Budapest Finance teams for issue resolution for all financial matters.

Act as the main contact person for FM in the affiliates for all financial matters, requests and advisory.

Prepare Statutory Annual statement and its annexes

Perform and supervise Statutory Annual Inventory procedures (stock, fixed assets, equipment leased to 3rd parties etc) in line with the local Accounting rules

Take responsibility on Statutory Accounting methodology, ensure it is renewed and in line with the local Accounting rules

Prepare mandatory Statutory statistical reports for Central Statistical office and Latvian Bank

What can you bring to our team:

We are looking for someone who is self motivated, really passionate about his or her job and understands that providing a high-quality service is crucial for the organization. As an ideal team member you are open-minded, dedicated to make a difference and open to constant development. Furthermore, you have:

University education; preferably in Finance/Accounting related discipline, ACCA or other accounting professional qualifications will be an added advantage

8 years of experience in a related field and at least 5 years in senior accountant / audit role and people management experience

International Chief Accountant experience would be preferable

Knowledge of Latvian accounting principles and practices; financial reporting, audit and taxation

Proficiency in relevant accounting software preferably SAP and MS office tools

Meticulous, independent, proactive mindset and ability to execute tasks within tight deadlines

Proven track record of effective relationship and stakeholder management with diverse populations (customers, colleagues and senior leaders)

Proficiency in influencing skills

Comfortably working in a dynamic, changing and growing environment

Proficiency in English and Latvian

In exchange we provide you with:

It is very important that our colleagues are engaged, motivated and work together toward Roche’s purpose: “We are doing now what patients need next”. Therefore we strive to give you all the support you need for your professional growth and wellbeing. Our benefits support employee health and wellbeing, provide protection for life events, help employees plan and save for retirement, support the diverse needs of our employees, and provide flexibility and choice where appropriate.

Roche Annual Bonus: Your annual bonus is a financial compensation that varies based on factors such as individual and organizational performance and affordability. Your final Roche Annual Bonus is influenced by your individual contribution, as well as Global Function/Affiliate and Roche Group performance

Monthly transportation allowance

Home Office set - up equipment

Health Insurance: Roche provides medical care to its employees. The health insurance package covers several types of examinations and preventive screening tests. It is possible to have it extended to family members, at corporate rates

Life/Accident insurance (all Roche employees in Riga are covered by a life insurance package)

Full salary when on sick leave for the first 9 days

Eyeglasses settlement: Roche reimburses the cost of eyeglasses needed for sharp sight up to a certain limit

One-time payment options for various events in the life e.g. wedding, childbirth

Service Awards: We value loyalty with additional holidays and bonus payment

Work from home: work-life balance is important in Roche culture, therefore various flexible work arrangements, home office options are available

Great international network and diverse community environment

Professional development opportunities and access to marketplace with numerous projects implementing agile way of working

Salary starts from 3800-4000 EUR gross/monthly. Final salary depends on the successful candidate's level of experience, skills and qualifications.

Roche RSS Address: Miera iela 25, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001, Latvia

Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.