Head of Accounting

Condé Nast

  • London Adelphi, MD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.Job DescriptionLocation: London, GBCondé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. Our award-winning content reaches 84 million consumers in print, 367 million in digital and 379 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month.We are headquartered in London and New York, and operate in 31 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S., with local licence partners across the globe.The RoleReporting to the Director of Corporate Finance, Tax and Treasury, the Head of Accounting will ensure that key accounting policies and processes are defined, agreed and implemented across the global finance organization. The role has to maintain close relationships with the Controlling, Business Partnering and Corporate FP&A teams to ensure consistency of approach across all aspects of financial reporting, as well as the Parent Company Finance team.The Team
The organisation is going through global transformation on many levels as we define and implement global operating models for many functions. You will be an integral part of shaping the future of our Financial Reporting and Accounting function.What will you be doing?Policies, Standards and Continual ImprovementWork with key stakeholders to take a lead in defining and maintaining Conde Nast’s accounting policies and partnering to ensure global policy adoption and compliance.Oversee the continuing adoption of US GAAP for management reporting and provide oversight to ensure statutory reporting is consistent with country regulatory reporting standardsWork with Corporate FP&A to ensure the Workday charts of accounts (FDM) is appropriately documented and meets requirements for accounting and management and regulatory reporting and champion the consistent adoption of the FDM across all Finance teamsWork with Market Controllers and Controlling Operations to identify opportunities to drive improvements in controlling processes, automation and the way that the Controlling teams are organizedHorizon scanning, providing advice on, and supporting / leading implementation of (as appropriate) new accounting standards and guidance, including analysis of impact on financial statementsDevelop, implement and embed a minimum controls framework this is fit for Conde NastStatutory Audit and Internal AuditHigh-level oversight of statutory audits across all global entities, including engaging with the auditors to ensure that the audit process and timelines are achieved and all audit points are reviewed and action plans put in place to addressResponsibility and oversight of the annual audit for Conde Nast Holdings Group and the delivery of subsidiary information for statutory Group reportingResponsibility and oversight of the preparation and consolidation of statutory financial statements for Conde Nast Holdings Ltd, including the tax note within the accountsAct as the primary point of contact with Internal Audit, agreeing audit plans and ensuring that any audit points are reviewed and action plans put in place to address by the appropriate teamsInter-company and Technical SupportLead and own the global intercompany accounting processes, working closely with tax team ensuring that the transfer pricing policies are implemented correctlySupport Treasury team with intercompany settlements and cash forecasting processesProvide technical accounting support to the wider finance team inc. subsidiariesTeam DevelopmentSupervising, coaching and mentoring the Group reporting team (London and offshore in India), delegating tasks and ensuring they are completed within an agreed timeframe, reviewing key work, in addition to providing feedback and conducting performance reviewsStrategic Outlook and Ad-Hoc ProjectsDevelop and improve Group reporting using BI Tool and ERP system and ensure that the impact of new systems, processes or initiatives are appropriately considered and incorporated into existing reporting and controls environmentProviding ad hoc analysis/ financial models and support, to different teams and departments for decision making in areas of tax planning and corporate restructuringInput a range of projects and continuous improvement activities, ensuring that all projects that impact the Controlling team are successfully delivered and embedded in the organisationLead the preparation of the group consolidation (transition to new system) with Parent CompanyWho you are:Technically strong accountant with multi consolidation and group reporting experience in a large global company, with working knowledge of US GAAP and FRS 102Dynamic self-starter with a proactive approach to challenges with the ability to think outside the boxSignificant experience in financial modeling with a high level of accuracy and attention to detailAbility to present and explain complex financials to a range of stakeholders particularly senior stakeholdersDemonstrable organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple priorities and to meet tight deadlines.Excellent relationship management, presentation, communication and influencing skillsHave a 'hands on' approach, visible across the business with good presentation, communication and other interpersonal skillsExperience designing, implementing and harmonizing new technical processes across multiple entitiesExperience managing group audit and consolidationExperience of system development and new system implementationStrong business process improvement skills and experience (e.g. Six Sigma, Lean)Line management experienceMicrosoft Excel and google sheets - AdvancedGood working knowledge of relational databases e.g. Cognos, Oracle and EPM.Workday ERP knowledge will be a big bonusQualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), minimum 5 years PQE, preferably ACAMedia or publishing industry experience strongly preferredTaxation and transfer pricing desirableWhat benefits do we offer?Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave life events like moving house or wanting to volunteer with a charityHybrid working and core hoursCompetitive pension schemeBupa Private HealthcareSeason ticket loansCycle to workEmployee Assistance programmeBring your dog to workA wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discountsDiscounts and Magazine SubscriptionsEmployee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforceWhat happens next?If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.

Condé Nast