Cost Accounting Analyst

at  Diversey Inc

Role Overview:

• Oversee the complete rebate process, both locally and internationally.
• Provide support to the business in managing rebate agreements, including the maintenance of a comprehensive tracker sheet for all existing customers. Conduct regular reviews to ensure accuracy and update accrual levels on a monthly basis.
• Ensure proper documentation of rebate agreements for audit purposes.
• Calculate rebate values for customers and meticulously review calculations for accuracy. Collaborate closely with sales teams and customers during this process.
• Generate monthly reports for various countries and facilitate clear communication between sales and finance teams regarding rebate matters.
• Manage the rebate process within SAP, overseeing rebate agreements from inception to closure.
• Maintain appropriate manual accrual levels for indirect customers and consistently seek opportunities to enhance the rebate process.
• Work closely with sales teams to identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency improvements.
• Regularly review and clean up existing rebate agreements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or equivalent qualification.
• Professional qualification in finance or accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance role.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of other European languages is advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Strong technical skills in finance.
• Proven problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated integrity and trustworthiness.
• Effective priority setting and organizational skills.
• Decisive decision-making capabilities.
• Capacity for detailed analysis.
• Business acumen and strategic thinking abilities.
• Active listening skills and adeptness in dealing with complexity.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the business environment.

Additional Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to tackle challenging issues.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly advanced Excel skills including Excel Macros.
• Proactive and forward-thinking attitude.
• Strong personality with the ability to assertively address difficult situations and influence others.
• Effective stress management and ability to handle high workloads.

• Oversee the complete rebate process, both locally and internationally.
• Provide support to the business in managing rebate agreements, including the maintenance of a comprehensive tracker sheet for all existing customers. Conduct regular reviews to ensure accuracy and update accrual levels on a monthly basis.
• Ensure proper documentation of rebate agreements for audit purposes.
• Calculate rebate values for customers and meticulously review calculations for accuracy. Collaborate closely with sales teams and customers during this process.
• Generate monthly reports for various countries and facilitate clear communication between sales and finance teams regarding rebate matters.
• Manage the rebate process within SAP, overseeing rebate agreements from inception to closure.
• Maintain appropriate manual accrual levels for indirect customers and consistently seek opportunities to enhance the rebate process.
• Work closely with sales teams to identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency improvements.
• Regularly review and clean up existing rebate agreements