Senior Consolidation Specialist - Jumia (Full Time) Lisboa

Senior Consolidation Specialist - Jumia (Full Time)
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

As our Senior Consolidation Specialist, you'll be at the heart of Jumia's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight across our diverse markets. You'll work with a dynamic team to create a clear financial picture that drives informed
- making at the highest levels of the company.

What you will be doing

1. Pan-African Financial Consolidation:

• Lead the monthly consolidation process, synthesizing financial data from multiple African markets
• Collaborate with local finance teams to gather and validate financial information
• Prepare and meticulously review local financial packages, ensuring adherence to IFRS standards
• Implement and refine consolidation adjustments to accurately reflect Jumia's financial position

• Develop insightful financial reports that illuminate Jumia's performance across diverse African markets
• Contribute to the creation of management reports that guide strategic decisions
• Analyze trends and variances, providing valuable insights to senior leadership

• Spearhead the intercompany reconciliation process, ensuring alignment across Jumia's operations
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, maintaining the integrity of our financial data

• Act as a key liaison during external audits, showcasing Jumia's financial strength and compliance
• Stay abreast of IFRS updates and local regulatory changes across African markets
• Implement best practices to ensure Jumia remains at the forefront of financial compliance

• Identify opportunities to streamline consolidation processes through automation and best practices
• Collaborate on projects to enhance Jumia's financial systems and reporting capabilities

What we are looking for

• Educational Background: Degree in Management, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Experience: 3+ years in Audit, Corporate Finance, Accounting, or Consolidation within an IFRS environment.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English; knowledge of French or other African languages is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with consolidation software is advantageous.
• Analytical Prowess: Sharp analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in all financial reporting.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a
  - paced, multicultural environment typical of a growing tech company.
• Leadership: Ability to guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of excellence.