ECOM Agro-industrial Corp Ltd is a Swiss-based, privately held company and the Headquarters of the ECOM Group. ECOM is a world-leading soft commodity service Group specializing in coffee, cocoa and cotton with operations in over 40 countries and has 6’000 employees. With 175 years of market experience, ECOM is committed to sustainable and socially responsible leadership within the soft commodities industry. ECOM’s global operations rely on extensive knowledge and experience in supply chain traceability, risk management and client focused distribution to create a valuable and sustainable supply chain, from the local farmers and their communities to world leading finished-product manufacturers.
Based in Lausanne (Pully) and reporting to the Head of Group Accounting & Consolidation, we are looking for a:
Group Consolidation Analyst
The Group Consolidation Analyst supports the Group consolidation and reporting process under International Finance Reporting Standards (IFRS), ensuring timely, accurate and high-quality financial data across ECOM's ~150 consolidated entities.
The role plays a key part in maintaining a disciplined and controlled close process, with active involvement in ECOM's transition to a new Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) platform.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Group Consolidation Execution
- Perform monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation tasks in IBM Cognos Controller
- Prepare and review intercompany eliminations, equity movements and Currency Translation Adjustment (CTA) entries
- Conduct FX consistency checks and investigate consolidation differences
- Act as first line of analysis before escalation to the Group Consolidation Manager
2. Close Process Coordination
- Monitor reporting progress across all entities during the close cycle
- Follow up proactively on late submissions, intercompany mismatches and data inconsistencies
- Support the preparation of pre-burst reports and zero-out analysis
3. Data Quality & Controls
- Perform pre-consolidation control checks: balance sheet integrity, FX movements, unusual variances
- Identify and resolve upstream data issues before they impact the close
- Contribute to reducing the frequency and volume of post-close corrections
4. IFRS & Reporting Support
- Support preparation of consolidation schedules and financial statement notes
- Assist in responding to external auditor queries
- Apply Group accounting policies consistently across entities
5. EPM Implementation Support
- Assist in data validation and reconciliation between Cognos and the incoming EPM platform
- Participate in testing cycles and contribute to process documentation
- Share practical knowledge of current system limitations and close process pain points
- Experience with any leading consolidation tools.
6. Continuous Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies in the close process and propose actionable improvements
- Contribute ideas on controls, automation and reporting enhancements
PROFILE AND SKILLS:
1. Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in finance, Accounting or equivalent
- 4–6 years of experience in group consolidation, financial reporting, or Big 4 audit in a multinational environment
2. Technical Skills
- Solid understanding of IFRS consolidation principles: FX (IAS 21), intercompany eliminations, equity accounting
- Experience with consolidation tools — Cognos, HFM, OneStream, Tagetik or equivalent — tool adaptability valued over platform-specific experience
- Strong Excel skills; exposure to data tools or EPM systems a plus
3. Languages
- English: fluent (working language of the Group)
- French: professional level an asset for Swiss statutory and local entity interactions
4. Professional Attributes
- Demonstrates a proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership, taking initiative without requiring direction
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively within fast-paced reporting cycles
- Confident and articulate communicator, capable of engaging stakeholders and driving constructive follow-up
- Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data deeply and move beyond surface-level insights
5. Additional experiences
- Exposure to ERP or EPM system implementations, upgrades, or transformation initiatives would be considered an asset
- Demonstrated interest in financial systems, process automation, and data quality improvement initiatives
As an equal opportunities employer, the ECOM Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We promote belonging and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage and welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join ECOM.
