Lease Accounting & IFRS 16 Specialist - VOIS

## Who we are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture ## About this Role We are seeking an accounting professional with experience in month-end close activities, SAP, contract management, and lease accounting. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate contract creation and maintenance, validating IFRS 16 compliance requirements, posting payments in accordance with contract terms, and resolving stakeholder queries effectively. The successful candidate will support financial accuracy, operational controls, and service delivery while working closely with local market teams and European stakeholders in a collaborative global environment. ## What you’ll do Process contract creations and modifications accurately within agreed timelines.Complete IFRS 16 checks before posting contract-related payments.Ensure contract conditions are accurate and all required controls are in place prior to payment processing.Post vendor and landlord payments in line with contractual terms and conditions.Understand upstream process dependencies to support timely and accurate contract postings.Resolve queries from local market FinOps teams, business stakeholders, and landlords on a first-time-right basis.Respond to stakeholder queries promptly, clearly, and professionally.Provide focused operational support to Local Market functions.Work effectively in a virtual, matrix-based team environment and influence stakeholders where required.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and support process improvements across Group Common Functions.Analyse and respond to non-English lease accounting queries from European stakeholders using available tools and process knowledge.Support smooth operational delivery through strong stakeholder engagement and issue resolution. ## Who you are Experience in accounting and financial operations.Understanding of lease accounting principles and IFRS 16 requirements.Experience supporting month-end close activities.Practical working knowledge of SAP.Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Ability to manage contract processing and payment-related activities.Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.Strong problem-solving and query-resolution capabilities.Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and geographies.Comfortable operating within a virtual and matrix-based environment.Ability to analyse and respond to stakeholder queries, including non-English communications, using appropriate tools and business processes.Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to operational excellence ## Not a perfect fit? Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. ## What's in it for you Exposure to global lease accounting and IFRS 16 compliance processes.Opportunity to work with stakeholders across European markets.Experience in a complex international shared services environment.Involvement in cross-functional collaboration and process improvement initiatives.Opportunity to strengthen expertise in contract lifecycle management and financial controls.Exposure to multinational stakeholder engagement and query management. ## What skills you will learn Advanced understanding of lease accounting and IFRS 16 compliance.Contract creation, modification, and governance practices.SAP-based financial transaction and payment processing capabilities.Global stakeholder management and customer-focused query resolution.Cross-functional collaboration within a matrix operating model.Financial controls and compliance monitoring.Process improvement and operational excellence methodologies.Multilingual stakeholder support within an international business environment. ## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. ## Join Us At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference. ## Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA ## Follow us on social media LinkedIn: VOIS LinkedInFacebook: VOIS FacebookInstagram: VOIS Instagram