I. Introduction: The Strategic Mandate

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous Control & Reporting Associate Analyst to join our centralized Sector Reporting Center of Excellence (COE). This strategic role is fundamental to the financial governance and accuracy of our Asia Pacific Foods & IBFR (International Beverages and Foodservice) operations. Reporting directly to the Asia Pacific Foods & IBFR Control & Reporting Senior Manager, the individual will be at the forefront of crucial financial consolidation, regulatory compliance, and high-level analytical reporting for the Sector.Control & Reporting Associate

This position demands a professional who not only possesses deep technical accounting knowledge but also has a proven ability to manage complex, multi-territory reporting structures. The Analyst will be instrumental in ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant submission of financial data to Corporate (Corp) headquarters, serving as a critical liaison between operational business units (BUs) and global management.

II. Core Responsibilities: Governance and Compliance Reporting

The Analyst’s primary duties are centered on meticulous consolidation, analysis, and submission of financial schedules, ensuring the highest standards of governance and reporting integrity.

A. Monthly and Quarterly Consolidation and Review

You will be directly responsible for critical monthly and quarterly reporting packages:

QOE and Bonus FIFO Review: Consolidating and conducting an in-depth review of monthly Business Unit (BU) Quality of Earnings (QOE) reports and Bonus First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory valuation data. This consolidated data is then prepared for final submission to Corporate (Corp).
Marketplace Spend Analysis: Reviewing and preparing detailed monthly and pre/post close Marketplace Spend FIFO schedules, along with comprehensive analysis reports to identify variances and track spending efficiency against strategic goals.
Inter-Company Reporting Leadership: Taking the lead role in the reporting of Intraco & Interco OOBs (Out-of-Balance) in the Suncore system. This includes actively managing and driving the resolution of these OOBs with the respective Business Units, ensuring balance sheet integrity across the sector.

B. Corporate and Regulatory Submission Support

The role involves managing key regulatory and internal policy compliance reports:

Quarterly & Annual Schedules: Submitting all mandatory quarterly & annual reporting schedules required by the Corporate reporting team. This includes managing compliance reports related to complex policies such as COCC (Code of Conduct Compliance), SAB108 (Accounting for Corrections of Errors), A15A, A25, A82 schedules, and specific disclosures like conflict minerals reporting.
Management Representation: Supporting the review of BU representation letters (rep letters) and consolidating BAIC (Business Assurance and Internal Control) updates for final review and approval by the Control & Reporting Senior Manager.

C. Operational Support and Cross-Functional Partnership

You will function as a key support resource during the critical closing periods and act as a reporting liaison:

Pre and Post-Close Schedules: Supporting pre and post-close activities through the timely preparation of various reports, including detailed AR Aging analysis, Related Party Transactions (RPT) summaries, schedules required for Statutory Audit, and support for other audit and external service requirements.
Ad Hoc Management: Taking responsibility for coordinating with the Corporate reporting team for ad hoc transactions or issues faced by BUs during monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, acting as the primary point of contact for timely resolution.
Stakeholder Management: Partnering effectively with Operational Unit (OU) and Corporate Reporting teams and cross-functional teams (e.g., Treasury, Tax) to ensure that all sector reporting deadlines are met and data consistency is maintained.

III. Qualifications: Expert Profile Required

This role is tailored for a highly certified and experienced accountant ready to handle regional responsibilities in a large multinational environment.

A. Professional Experience and Certification

Experience: A minimum of 4-5 years of relevant accounting-related experience is essential. This must be coupled with at least 2 years of focused Financial Reporting experience within that tenure.
Certification: Attainment of a globally recognized professional qualification is mandatory: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

B. Technical and System Expertise

HFM Knowledge: Verifiable, hands-on experience and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) Knowledge is a prerequisite, as HFM is the standard tool for consolidation and sector-level reporting.
ERP Proficiency: SAP Knowledge is required, particularly in modules related to Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), as this is the primary source of transactional data.
Analytical and Communication Skills: Possessing strong analytical and communication skills, complemented by excellent written and verbal English skills for international reporting and stakeholder management.

C. Desirable Background

Big Four Experience: Big Four experience is highly preferred. Candidates with experience from a major audit firm (KPMG, PwC, Deloitte, EY) will have a strong understanding of technical compliance, IFRS/US GAAP, and large-scale reporting environments.

IV. Compensation and Career Progression

Given the seniority, required professional certification (CA/CPA/ACCA), extensive experience, and the sector-level governance mandate, this role commands a high-tier salary package in the Pakistani market.

A. Estimated Monthly Salary Range (PKR)

For a highly qualified professional with Big Four/MNC experience and the required certifications, the expected total compensation is:

Factor	Estimated Monthly Gross Salary (PKR)	Notes
Control & Reporting Assoc Analyst	PKR 180,000 – 350,000+	The salary is competitive, reflecting the seniority, CPA/CA/ACCA requirement, HFM skill, and regional scope of the role.
Additional Benefits	Performance Bonus, Health/Life Insurance, PF	Standard for a high-level corporate role in Pakistan.

B. Career Trajectory

This position within the Sector Reporting COE offers an unparalleled pathway to roles such as Control & Reporting Senior Manager, Sector Financial Controller, or specialization in Corporate Finance and Global Compliance, providing excellent visibility within the multinational structure.

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