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Job Overview
Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, Cash Flows, etc. in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. Designs operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency
What your background should look like:
This position will report to the R2R Process Delivery Lead and oversee R2R teams in the planning, management, and delivery of in-scope processes, including General Ledger, Treasury-related processes, Financial Reporting, Intercompany Processing, Fixed Assets, and other related managerial and decision-making activities. Key responsibilities include:
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• Manage R2R teams, ensuring the quality and efficiency of work produced. Hold regular meetings, coach and mentor team members, and recognize key employees.
• Possess a strong accounting background and extensive experience with R2R processes.
• Support the migration of R2R processes from countries in scope.
• Demonstrate experience with internal and external audit processes.
• Manage the submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports through the HFM system as required by the region.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports generated through ERP systems, including updates for changes in financial master data (e.g., chart of accounts, entity structure, accounting codes, etc.).
• Resolve challenging issues appropriately and communicate effectively in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff members.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement and change initiatives within the R2R function, incorporating improvements into daily routines (Continuous Improvement Mindset).
• Build strong collaborative relationships with Global Process Owners.
• Ensure a robust compliance environment by adhering to applicable policies, procedures, and processes.
• Achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) while continuously improving performance benchmarks.
• Maintain databases of daily executions to support performance indicator tracking.
• Proactively monitor and maintain a robust SOX and internal control environment.
• Provide development and career guidance for both direct and indirect reports.
Experience:
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial shared service centers, supporting multiple countries and business units, with expertise in designing, implementing, and supervising internal control frameworks within shared services operations.
• Deep understanding of end-to-end R2R processes and associated technology platforms.
• High competency in Financial Controlling/Accounting.
• Experience in operational management analysis and decision-making.
• Ability to work in culturally diverse teams with many levels of personnel.
• Proven experience in managing executive teams.
Knowledge:
• University degree with a major in Finance, Economy, MBA, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, inspire trust, and develop talent.
• Advanced skills in conveying technical information clearly across all organization levels.
• Ability to align internal control objectives with the company's global strategy.
• Decision-making under pressure and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• Strong accounting background
• Well-developed management and leadership skills
Competencies
SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)