Sr. Manager R2R Accounting & Reporting

Job Description The Manager Reporting role in the Record to Report (R2R) Accounting and Reporting team is responsible for overseeing the accounting and reporting activities for different processes across all Divisions in the US. Responsibilities also include month‑end closings, approval of account reconciliations and journal entries, and supporting the activities of the Associate Director and Director of the area. The position works collaboratively with Divisional Financial Reporting and Accounting (FRA), Business Planning and Analysis (BPA) and other Client Organizations. Major Accountabilities Leadership position in the cross‑divisional Accounting & Reporting team responsible for technical accounting, month‑end closings, financial reporting, account reconciliations and liaison with internal and external auditors. Lead month‑end closing reporting process ensuring high‑quality financial statement footnote disclosures and refining processes for efficiency. Interact proactively with functional areas in the organization, including FRA, BPA, Group Finance, P&O, Treasury and others to ensure appropriate accounting and financial reporting is accomplished. Complete monthly account analyses and account reconciliations. Ensure all processes and technical accounting summaries comply with Client standard policies and International Accounting Standards (IAS) (i.e. global processes, Client Accounting Manual, Client Financial Controls Manual, Management Authorization Levels, etc.). Subject‑matter expert for ERP related systems (SAP) and ADP payroll system. Subject‑matter expert for reporting tools (FCRS, IBI, BPC, etc.). Prepare or review Balance Sheet for select entities. Provide leadership and coaching to senior accountants. Support the team and business stakeholders with ad‑hoc analyses and activities as needed. Project management capabilities to support implementation of related system upgrade. Participation in end‑to‑end process, controls mapping and execution of testing requirements. Implement process improvements and streamline data preparation using advanced features of Excel and Alteryx. Provide informal managerial oversight to senior accountants to ensure quality, adherence to controls framework and day‑to‑day issue resolution. Key Performance Indicators Customer satisfaction of service delivery & process‑specific KPIs. Minimal financial impact from audit and timely execution of action plans. Number of business special processes standardized / delivery of business benefits and productivity improvements as per target. Savings and cost avoidance identified and implemented. Stable services, including those of outsourced operations with no control issues. Education and Certifications University level degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or Accounting, or an MBA desirable. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CMA, or Chartered Accountant desirable. Lean / Six Sigma Certified desirable. Languages English required. Experience 5+ years of financial experience, with in‑depth functional expertise. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in accounting & reporting focused roles. Solid depth and expertise in SAP knowledge required and strong Excel skills. Strong process design experience with demonstrated ability to organize high volume and complexity of activities into streamlined processes. Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS (GAAP), accounting and financial reporting requirements. Experience of managing projects driving performance (e.g. ERP implementation). Good people skills, leadership exposure. Strong communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vibotek LLC