**Who We Are** At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. **The Role** Kyndryl is seeking an experienced and strategically minded **Lead Financial Statements (FS) Preparer – Statutory Accounting** to join our **EMEA Statutory Accounting Center in Bratislava** . In this role, you will take ownership of the full statutory reporting lifecycle — from preparation to audit closure — ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellence across multiple complex entities. You will drive continuous improvement, process optimization, and digital transformation within Kyndryl’s statutory environment. This is a pivotal, high-impact role where you will help shape best practices, mentor less experienced team members, and represent Kyndryl in interactions with external auditors, corporate finance, and local CFO organizations across EMEA. **Who You Are** **Key Responsibilities** + Lead the **end-to-end statutory reporting** and audit process for high-complexity entities across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. + Serve as a **technical authority** on accounting and disclosure requirements under local GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP bridges. + Partner closely with **external auditors** , tax, and legal teams to ensure audit readiness, risk mitigation, and full compliance. + Provide **expert review and quality assurance** on financial statements prepared by other team members. + Drive **standardization, automation, and process improvements** across the statutory reporting framework. + Support implementation of **new accounting standards** , global policies, and system initiatives impacting statutory deliverables. + Act as a **key escalation point** for complex audit and accounting topics; provide coaching and guidance to junior and senior preparers. + Collaborate with regional and global controllership teams to ensure consistent treatment of significant transactions and events. + Maintain a strong control environment and ensure **audit documentation and evidence** meet internal and external expectations. + Contribute thought leadership to statutory process transformation and digital initiatives (e.g., workflow optimization, automation, analytics). **Who You Are** **Required Qualifications** + University degree in **Accounting, Finance, or related field** ; advanced professional qualification ( **ACCA, CPA, or equivalent** ) required. + Minimum **8–10 years** of experience in **statutory accounting, external audit, or controllership** in large multinational organizations. + Deep technical expertise in **local GAAPs, IFRS, and US GAAP bridging** . + Proven record of managing **complex, multi-country statutory audits** and coordinating with Big 4 audit firms. + Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; able to interpret and resolve intricate accounting issues. + Highly proficient in **SAP** (or equivalent ERP) and advanced **Excel / data analysis tools** . + Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior finance and audit partners. + Fluent in **English** ; additional European languages (German, French, Spanish, or others) are a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications** + Prior leadership in **process transformation, system migration, or automation projects** . + Experience mentoring or training finance professionals across multiple geographies. + Exposure to **shared service or center-of-excellence environments** supporting multiple entities. + Passion for continuous improvement, simplification, and innovation within statutory accounting. **Being You** Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way. **What You Can Expect** With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed. **Get Referred!** If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.