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GPO Valuation

Location: 

Zurich, CH, 8005

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

 

About the Role

 

We are currently recruiting for the Global Process Owner (GPO) for Valuation. This is a key role responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end fair valuation process globally, ensuring global standardization and alignment with organizational goals, compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Key Responsibilities include:

 

  • Develop and maintain a global comprehensive framework for fair valuation processes, ensuring alignment with accounting standards (IFRS 9) and regulatory requirements in close collaboration with the Group Accounting function

  • Maintain and enhance a global standardized valuation model amongst the organization and support the various stakeholders/user groups

  • Act as the accountable overseeing the fair valuation process, ensuring that mark-to-market (MtM) valuation and embedded margin are accurately maintained

  • Develop and enhance standard templates enabling systematic reviews and analyses for different user groups

  • Conduct periodic reviews and validations of fair valuation models and assumptions, ensuring consistency and appropriateness of inputs and methodologies

  • Participate in cross-functional projects and lead improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the fair valuation accounting process, methodology and tools, leveraging technology and automation

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for fair valuation process matters, providing guidance and support to finance teams globally

  • Collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including finance, risk management and audit teams, to ensure alignment of fair valuation practices with the global comprehensive framework

  • Provide training and support to finance teams on fair valuation concepts, policies and procedures, promoting a culture of continuous learning

About You

 

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA/CFA) would be a strong advantage

  • Minimum of 8 year’ experience in accounting and financial reporting with a focus on fair valuation practices

  • Prior experience working with commodities, commodity-related products and overseeing commodity risk management

  • Deep understanding of fair valuation accounting principles (IFRS 9)

  • Project management and/or LEAN Six Sigma certification or similar would be an asset

  • Strong knowledge of financial markets, derivative financial instruments and valuation principles

  • Expertise in commodity management, commodities-related products, and the management of associated risks

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills

  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organization

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders and articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences

  • Ability to encourage open communication, idea-sharing and mutual respect among team members

  • Fluent command of English, any other foreign languages would be an asset

 

NB. Other Barry Callebaut locations will be considered

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here.

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