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ComEx CD Finance is a new service line emerging in the Unilever Global Business services - Commercial experience. The team aims to transform, automate and centralize the finance activities performed by Unilever CD Finance markets to bring more efficiency, accuracy and better analytics. Looking for a high performing candidate with learning attitude who can work in a team environment driving day-to-day accrual operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong governance adherence, and robust controls compliance. The role will act as a critical execution layer to deliver OTIF performance, maintain data integrity, and ensure seamless financial operations in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
Job Responsibility
Execute end-to-end daily accrual operations with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and control compliance
Take ownership of daily process execution and issue resolution, ensuring minimal supervision is required
Consistently deliver against TAT, SLA, and accuracy KPIs, aligned with market timelines and financial calendars
Support the Assistant Manager in maintaining process standardization and operational discipline across markets
Ensure all activities are executed in line with GFCF standards, with zero tolerance for control deficiencies (CDRs)
Perform pre-week and pre-month-end validations, proactively identifying risks and preventing downstream disruptions
Maintain strong process hygiene, audit readiness, and documentation discipline
Track and maintain issue logs, ensuring all control and process deviations are captured, monitored, and resolved OTIF
Support month-end close activities, ensuring delivery is On Time In Full (OTIF) with zero escalations
Prepare and post manual journal entries for accruals with full accuracy and completeness
Partner with R2R/ComEx teams to support smooth close cycles and provide relevant financial inputs
Perform daily data reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances in a timely manner
Ensure end-to-end data accuracy and completeness, supporting reliable financial reporting and decision-making
Leverage dashboards and analytics tools to proactively detect anomalies and control risks
Support preparation of governance and reporting packs, including: Trial Balance reviews, Country Lock discussions, PRFS (Person Responsible for Financial Statements) packs
Provide clear, concise, and insight-driven commentary to support decision-making
Ensure timely delivery of Management reporting requirements without delays or quality issues
Proactively identify, track, and resolve process issues, ensuring minimal business impact
Coordinate with IT support teams through ticketing systems to address system-related challenges
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on automation, simplification, and efficiency gains
Act as a reliable team player, collaborating effectively with internal teams (R2R, multiple IT teams, markets)
Provide clear communication and status updates to stakeholders
Support the Assistant Manager in ensuring seamless service delivery across stakeholders
Support governance routines by providing accurate data, performance metrics, and issue insights
Contribute to building a culture of accountability, control-first mindset, and continuous improvement
Requirements
3–5 years of experience in Finance Operations (R2R preferred) with strong exposure to accruals and financial close processes for qualified and 6-8 Yrs of experience for the other finance degrees
Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, controls, and financial reporting
Hands-on experience in SAP (mandatory) and BlackLine (preferred)
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
working knowledge of Power BI / analytics tools for data interpretation
Strong execution focus with the ability to work under high-pressure, tight-deadline environments
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring high-quality outputs
A collaborative team player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrates a control and compliance mindset, with attention to detail and ownership of outcomes
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with a focus on process excellence and continuous improvement