Legal Entity Controller, Uganda&Ethiopia

Key Responsibilities
 
1)     Financial Reporting and Analysis (40%):
 
Responsible for financial reporting integrity and drafting of Local and US GAAP Financial Statements for assigned legal entities, including related sign off and certification
Responsible for ensuring that all transactions are correctly recorded, including fees & commissions and dividend remittances
Support on the set-up of new legal entities, business models, and supply models as well as drive the implementation of relevant SAP modules to support business operations
Review and understanding of AICs and SPP in order to ensure that the financial statements are being properly reported in accordance with accounting and business policies
Monthly review of financial statements and variances, providing narrative and ensuring active follow up as needed
Quarterly review of profit center allocations and BU Economic Profit calculation and analysis
Responsible for interacting as needed with other teams such as Accounting Research, Corporate Treasury, Corporate Tax, Controller’s Group, CPS, Equity Investees, and E&Y
Management of Local and US GAAP E&Y Audit, including planning activities, drafting of financial statements, investment consolidation map, and diagnosis update on new regulations
Financial review of contracts with BU partners and FAS 133 contract review with Accounting Research for contracts higher than USD 2 million
As relevant, BOFC Forms Review (e.g., Legal Reserves, Related Party Transactions, Impairment Survey, etc.)
Support the East Africa Legal Entity Controller and the Southern and East Africa Controller on the BU Representation Letter (SEC Letter)
Collaborate with the BU on balance sheet/operating capital forecasting
2)    Strategic Business and Tax Planning, Mitigation & Compliance (20%): 
Proactively work with the BU functions to mitigate business, financial, and tax risks as well as support Commercial Finance and Franchise teams in executing business initiatives
Manage/resolve indirect tax issues (excise, customs) affecting the System
Review the monthly / periodic VAT, Withholding Tax, Sales Tax, Deferred Tax and Corporation Tax computations as applicable including tax returns and follow up for timely filing with, payment to & reconciliation with Tax Offices
Manage compliance with transfer pricing regulatory requirements
Oversight and coordination of payroll-related processes (with the Payroll COE) impacting Tax
In liaison with the East and West Africa Tax Manager and Corporate Taxes, support on the engagement of tax advisers and Tax Authorities and the preparation of responses to all tax audits and queries within timelines agreed with or demanded by Tax Authorities
Collaborate with Legal to ensure compliance with local financial-legal requirements and other local/corporate secretarial requirements.Monthly review of Tax Account reconciliations including Deferred Taxes
3)     Internal Controls and Compliance (20%): 
Responsible for the maintenance, along with the Controls & Compliance Manager, of an effective internal control environment
Support the internal audit process (CAD)Participate in and support  the annual review of SOX narratives related to the Financial Statement and Reporting area 
4)     Treasury Support (10%):
Investments & Dividends – coordination with the Controller’s Group, Corporate Treasury (for financial instruments), and 3rdparty partners to ensure accurate accounting and disclosures in US GAAP and local financial statements and to execute dividend remittances (including withholding taxes) as instructed by Corporate Treasury.Pensions – coordination with the Controller’s Group, Corporate Treasury, and as relevant with Towers Watson to ensure accurate accounting and disclosures in US GAAP and local financial statements5) People Management and Continuous Improvement (10%):
Develop, motivate, coach, and inspire indirect team members to be a high-performing team
For team members, individual career and development opportunities are created, assessed, and realizedApply operational excellence/lean tools to make continuous improvements to processes
Related Job Requirements/ Qualifications
4  to 8 years of experience in Accounting, Tax, Audit and Governance, preferably with multinational or professional practice;
Fluent in English (verbal and writing) and excellent communication skills;
Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP;
Strong SAP and Excel skills.
Lives Core Company Values (Leadership, Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Quality, Collaboration, Innovation)Exhibits Leadership Behaviours (Act Like an Owner, Collaborate with the System, Customers, and Key Stakeholders, Develop Self and Others, Inspire Others, Drive Innovation)Other General Competencies
Understanding KO Business & Reporting Structure
Influencing Others
Virtual Teams
Core Service Excellence
Planning & Organizing
Tolerating Stress
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Analytical Thinking
Skills/Knowledge
Technical Accounting
Financial Policies/Procedures
Use of Company Financial SystemsAccounting Standards, Tax Rules
Leadership Behaviors
Drive Innovation
Collaborate with System, Customers and Key Stakeholders
Act Like an Owner
Inspire Others
Develop Self and Others