Group Accounts Executive (5 months contract)

The Company 

iNova is a different kind of health company. We are leading the way to better health by delivering innovative, patient-centric products that improve the lives of people around the world. Our diverse portfolio of iconic, market-leading consumer health brands and prescription medicines are backed by science and distributed in over 75 markets across Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Middle East & Africa and Europe. Experience the iNova difference today. 

 
The Opportunity 

We currently have an opportunity for a Group Accounts Executive (GAE) to join our Group Finance team on a 5 months' contract basis. 

Reporting to Corporate Group Assistant Controller, core focus of the role is to support the Group Assistant Controller (GAC) in providing technical accounting expertise and guidance across the organization. Responsibilities include implementing new accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and process improvements; preparing technical documentation for global teams; developing group accounting policies; and assisting with the group treasury function. 

The GAE works closely with the GAC to strengthen risk, compliance, governance, and internal control frameworks, while maintaining process policies, procedures, and the internal accounting manual to ensure a robust global finance environment. The role also supports group consolidation and reporting processes, driving improvements in the Group’s consolidated financial reporting systems and practices. 

Key accountabilities and performance indicators include: 

1. Technical Accounting

• Support production of annual reports, accounts, and other financial reports. 

• Assist in interpreting and implementing new regulatory and reporting standards, including amendments. 

• Provide post-implementation support and training. 

• Ensure statutory and group reporting templates remain current. 

• Work with GAC to implement changes in accounting policies effectively. 

• Improve documentation of policies and procedures to enhance financial reporting quality. 

• Draft technical accounting papers in collaboration with GAC. 

2. Process Maintenance, Improvement & Systems

• Assist GAC in developing and maintaining group policies and procedures (process maps, SOPs, work instructions) and Finance Manual (accounting position and policy papers). 

• Support creation and rollout of training materials across global teams. 

• Maintain finance systems: ensure data integrity, policy compliance, embedded controls, timely updates, and consistent processes with proper training. 

• Assist with implementation and rollout of new finance technologies and frameworks; maintain global chart of accounts. 

• Support accounting processes for business development, including acquisition checklists, due diligence, modeling, completion accounts, PPA, and take-on entries; liaise with third-party advisors as needed. 

3. Financial Reporting

• Assist in producing high-quality financial accounts and reports for the Group and associated companies. 

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements for financial reporting. 

• Support preparation of the Group’s multi-currency consolidation process for monthly management and statutory purposes. 

4. Treasury 

• Support daily treasury activities, cash forecasting, and liquidity requirements in coordination with regional finance teams. 

• Assist in managing external banking relationships and back-office support for forex deals, including hedge accounting. 

• Contribute to cash forecasting, weekly liquidity reporting, and external loan requirements (lenders’ reports, interest payments, and related accounting entries). 

• Support contingency planning for acquisitions and integration of new treasury demands. 

• Help develop systems, processes, and best practices; evaluate and implement strategic cash management projects. 

5. Other

• Support team members and liaise with finance teams as needed. 

• Assist in cost-saving initiatives and ad-hoc tasks related to the function. 

About You 

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following 

• Proactive, “can-do” attitude with energy, enthusiasm, and initiative. 

• Strong team player, adaptable to fast-paced and changing environments. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. 

• Ability to meet deadlines and navigate complex, multi-stakeholder structures. 

• Skilled in driving solutions, leading change, and continuous process improvement with a pragmatic approach. 

• High personal and professional integrity, empathy, and resourcefulness. 

• Self-starter and progressive thinker with flexibility and resilience. 

• CA/CPA/CIMA/IPA 

• Advanced computer skills including the Microsoft Office suite (Excel and Word) 

• SAP skills 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Strong technical accounting skills 

• Experience in TM1, Workday and BlackLine 

Additional Requirements / Working Conditions 

• Adhere to company values at all times 

If you wish to be part of an energetic team within a thriving organisation, focused on bringing innovative products to market, please APPLY TODAY! We want you to join us in our pursuit of healthy living!