Manage Record to Report Process: Oversee the end-to-end Record to Report (R2R) process, including journal entries, month-end and year-end closings, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for management, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. Prepare balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
Month-End/Year-End Closing: Coordinate and ensure the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations.
Account Reconciliation: Supervise the preparation and review of account reconciliations, ensuring that all discrepancies are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial regulations (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), and internal controls. Identify and address any gaps or weaknesses in internal controls related to the R2R process.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and improve the Record to Report process by implementing best practices, automation, and continuous improvements.
Financial Analysis: Support financial analysis and variance analysis, identifying trends, discrepancies, and areas for cost savings or process improvements.
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of junior accountants and staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, internal audit, procurement, and business units, to ensure the accurate and timely flow of information and financial data.
Audit Support: Assist in the preparation for external and internal audits, ensuring that all documentation and records are accurate and complete.
Systems & Tools: Work with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) to ensure accurate and efficient processing of accounting transactions. Support the integration and optimization of financial tools and platforms.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Mandatory).
5+ years of experience in Finance & Accounting, specifically in Record to Report (R2R), with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Experience with ERP Systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar financial software.
Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting standards.
Experience in managing month-end and year-end close processes and account reconciliations.
Knowledge of internal controls and compliance requirements for financial reporting.
Proven experience in financial reporting, financial analysis, and variance analysis.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and data analysis functions.
Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and process automation within accounting functions is a plus.
Skills and Competencies:
Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team while fostering collaboration and a results-driven culture.
Attention to Detail: High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in financial reporting and reconciliations.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
Time Management: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
Process Optimization: Ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce errors in the Record to Report process.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing business needs and regulatory environments while maintaining high standards of financial integrity.
Preferred Experience:
CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification (preferred).
Experience with finance transformation projects, such as the implementation of automation tools or process optimization strategies in accounting.
Familiarity with taxation and compliance processes related to financial reporting.
Knowledge of business intelligence (BI) tools for reporting and analysis.
