Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION



Build the future of the AI Data Cloud. Join the Snowflake team.Snowflake is looking to hire Lead Statutory Reporting to be a part of its world-class Accounting and Finance Organization. The position requires a well-rounded individual who has demonstrated the ability to deliver results in a high-growth, dynamic, and fast-paced environment. You are versatile, analytical, motivated, creative, intellectually curious, a strong communicator and collaborator. You are responsible for the end-to-end process of preparing the local GAAP financial statements for Snowflake international entities (other than US) and getting them audited by external auditors. You should be up to date with the latest developments in accounting standards (primarily IFRS) and you should plan for the possible impact of new / revision in the accounting standard on the Snowflake legal entities that you manage. You ensure that the US GAAP and local GAAP books are periodically reconciled, and GAAP difference entries are recorded accurately and timely. You will provide recommendations to improve accounting processes and systems by utilization of broad accounting and business knowledge to identify accounting issues and opportunities. You will collaborate closely with the corporate global accounting operations team on accounting matters. You will also participate in important projects which have an impact on local GAAP accounting.IN THIS ROLE AT SNOWFLAKE, YOU WILLDrafting financial statements and notes to accounts in accordance with local GAAP and compliant to internal policies.Conversion of US GAAP trial balances to local GAAP or IFRS trial balances.Ensure that US GAAP and local GAAP account balances are periodically reconciled andGAAP differences are adequately explained.Ensure that entries in the local GAAP ERP are recorded in a timely and accuratemanner.Drafting and reviewing Balance sheet accounts reconciliations.Closely coordinate with the tax team for supplying information required for estimatinginterim / final tax provision.Prepare the audit timetable and agree with the external auditors.Proactively communicate audit timelines to all the respective stakeholders, setexpectation on timelines and monitor the progress of the audit.Ensure the audit queries are addressed and drive the audit to closure.Drive the Statutory filing process - Filing of certified annual financial statements and allrequired documents with local statutory agencies.Performing book closure of Statutory books at regular intervals.Actively participate in projects involving enhancement of ERP tools to improve theprocess of booking GAAP adjustments and preparing financial statements as per localGAAP.Computation of transfer pricing revenue for the local entities.Assisting in SEC reporting activities for quarterly filing (Form 10Q) and year filing (Form 10K).Engage and collaborate with global accounting operations teams and cross functional business partners such as Tax, HR, Legal, Compliance.Identify opportunities for accounting and process improvements with an emphasis on streamlining and drive implementation for solutions.Doing research and impact analysis of new amendments in relation to accounting standards, income taxes and companies act.WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVEChartered Accountant / CPA / Post graduation specialization in accounting.7 - 9 years of overall accounting / finance ops experience.Experience of working with a Big 4 accounting firm is a must.IFRS qualification / experience is desirable. Working knowledge of Workday ERP would be a plus.In-depth knowledge of Accounting Standards, IFRS, audit methodologies and execution.Well versed with the month end close process.Outstanding oral communication, analytical and written skills.Attention to detail, organized and thorough with the desire for continuous improvement.The person should be highly energetic and proactive; able to drive projects independently; be a team player and have a problem-solving attitude.Ability to meet tight deadlines.Working knowledge of corporate taxes and transfer pricing is a plus.Snowflake is growing fast, and we're scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.How do you want to make your impact?For jobs located in the United States, please visit the job posting on the Snowflake Careers Site for salary and benefits information: careers.snowflake.com