Finance Operations Analyst (1 year contract - maternity cover)

Job description

As a Finance Operations Analyst you are considered to be a trusted business advisor, working within the country's business units, as well as in a myriad of specialized corporate functions.
In this role you'll be responsible for the analysis of the IBM actuals, budget and business metrics and dynamics.
You'll also experience opportunities for skills development training and leadership development.

What you will do:
·  Plan and control of Revenue/Cost/Expense
·  Support closing activities, driving resolution of open items and discussions with accounting;
·  Support accounting closing by providing regular update on pending entries to country/region CFO as well as country sales leader
·  Supervise and ensure all financial transaction in the general ledger are correct and auditable
·  Act as an advisor to sales and operational units on accounting, financial and legal requirements
·  Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with corporate and country legislation and guidance
·  Income tax return preparation, tax advisory, planning, forecasting and reporting
·  Communication and submission for monthly VAT returns
·  B/S and P&L report analyzes
·  Transfer Pricing analysis
·  Interface with local tax authorities and government agencies on assessments, actively support tax audits and any relevant tax issues.

Auto req ID

295230BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Financial Analyst
State / Province

SOFIA
Primary job category

Finance
Company

(0023) IBM Bulgaria Ltd.
Contract type

Fixed Term - Long Term
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

F&O
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

SOFIA
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  University education - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Accounting;
·  Fluent level of English - written and spoken;
·  Proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel (knowledge of Pivot tables/VLOOKUP is an advantage);
·  Basic knowledge in Double entry bookkeeping and understanding of connection between US GAAP & statutory books;
·  Good analytical skills, problem solving approach;
·  Focused & results orientated,
·  Works independently and a team player;
·  Curiosity and Growth mindset;
·  Attention to details.

Country/Region

Bulgaria
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Local GAAP, chart-of-accounts, differences US GAAP vs. local GAAP (Accounting framework);
·  Tax Framework / Tax Requirements
Secondary Job Category

Planning/Pricing
Eligibility Requirements

Work permit for EU
Position Type

Early Professional
Early Professional Track

Industry Early Professional
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
New Collar Role

No
Introduction

Known as the 'knowledge behind the numbers', Financial Analysts are considered to be trusted business advisors, working within IBM's business units and geographies, as well as in a myriad of specialized corporate functions. IBM's finance organization is instrumental in driving innovative improvements to global financial processes while providing measurable value to the business.
Your Life @ IBM

What matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge?

Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.

Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.
About Business Unit

The IBM Finance organization is responsible for driving enterprise performance and transformation. We are the financial stewards of IBM, delivering IBM's financial strategy, developing new business models, and mitigating enterprise risk. Do you have a passion for creating business value? Join our team in accounting, financial planning, pricing, business controls, tax, treasury, business development (acquisitions & divestitures), and global financing.
About IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.