SVP, Chief Accounting Officer - 220346

Our companyAt Teradata, we believe that people thrive when empowered with better information. Teradata Autonomous Knowledge Platform activates enterprise intelligence by unifying data, knowledge and business context to achieve tangible outcomes. With Teradata, organizations can provide agents with full context for impact when it matters. Our solution lets businesses connect and scale on premises, in the cloud, or through a hybrid approach. Teradata delivers real business value with AI.What You'll DoWe are looking for a dynamic and proven leader that can serve as our Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and can continue to transform the global accounting function. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will serve as the top accounting role for the enterprise. He/she will own SEC reporting, technical accounting, operational controllership, and financial shared services. The role will have significant influence across the organization and will be a key liaison with IT to progress our systems transformation agenda.Key ResponsibilitiesSEC ReportingOperational ControllershipRevenue Recognition/Technical AccountingFinancial Shared ServicesConsolidationsOracle ReportingAccounting, Reserves, Balance Sheet & Cash FlowQuarterly Internal, External ReportingVision and oversight of the financial systemsOrganization Development & LeadershipControlsAudit InterfaceReporting to the Audit CommitteePrimary ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting: Ensure that internal and external accounting and reporting is in accordance with GAAP and IFRS and that the Company is in compliance with all regulatory (SEC and other) reporting requirements. Oversee the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting. Experience with SEC reporting and public company reporting is required.Technical Accounting: Oversee research of technical accounting issues and propose solutions with respect to accounting decisions with a concentration in Revenue Recognition. Monitor, understand and communicate pending FASB proposals, including timing and potential effects. Consult on accounting impact of proposed transactions and advise operations executives on alternative deal structures.Operational Controllership: Evaluate and continually improve accounting procedures, processes and systems to ensure standardized close process and efficient operations. Set up new entities, review consolidated financial statements and provide guidance to the team in all aspects of accounting and operations.Financial Shared Services: Oversee the operations of the financial shared services center including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable/Collections, Order Entry/Invoicing, General Ledger, Payroll, and Incentive Compensation utilizing both internal and outsourced resources.Team Management and Development: Manage a global team with six direct reports and 225 indirect reports including team members in Europe, CLA, and Asia. Develop future financial talent through training and mentoring of individuals, as well as staffing and recruiting of necessary skill sets.Internal Controls and Company Policies: Responsible for proactively ensuring the effectiveness and adequacy of policies, procedures and controls of the Company, creating new/improved mechanisms, policies and procedures when necessary.Coordination with Independent Auditors: Serve as principal interface with the independent public accountants for the planning, coordination and conduct of their annual audit and other services across the Company and their reporting to the Audit Committee of the BOD.Audit Committee: Present to the Audit Committee of the BOD on topics of special interest.Financial Systems: Develop and execute the financial systems strategy to gain efficiencies and align reporting across the finance organization.Who You’ll Work WithThe SVP CAO will oversee a team that is directly responsible for all aspects of global accounting operations, including maintenance and enforcement of corporate accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP and IFRS requirements; ensuring the integrity of the Company’s financial data and reporting, both internally and externally including SEC reporting; and will lead the company’s financial shared services including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, General Ledger, Payroll, and Incentive Compensation. The role will have six direct reports including Region Controllers, Technical Accounting, Consolidations, Revenue Recognition, and Managed Financial Services. Across the Company, the SVP CAO will ensure appropriate accounting, continued evolution of scalable and efficient procedures and processes, timely documentation of procedures and related policies, adherence to policies and procedures, and instill strong internal controls. What Makes You a Qualified CandidateBachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferredCertified Public Accountant (CPA)15+ years of relevant experience, including Big 4 public accounting experience, experience at a public company, and supervisory experienceIn-depth knowledge of GAAP, including knowledge of financial disclosure requirementsTechnology industry experience with strong revenue recognition expertiseProven ability to run a complex and multi-site accounting organizationWhat You'll BringHigh degree of judgment, integrity and independenceComfort working in, as well as embracing, an efficiency-driven environment that is changing, challenging and requiring efficiency enhancementsSelf-motivated team player who can credibly and effectively communicate with operations, all functions, and the finance organizationAbility to relate to people at all levels in the organization, with experience and ability to motivate, manage, rally and mentor their teamExperience interfacing with and making presentations to both internal and external high-level executivesHighly skilled in working with information technology systems and can lead in the development and execution of new systems and processes within the finance and accounting organizationDemonstrated success as a strong leader with ability to develop teams and individuals as well as advise top management on issues relating to financial reporting, accounting, internal control and financial analysisExcellent management and leadership skills with ability to provide clear direction to the departmentSense of urgency about timeliness of assignments and quality of work productExceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to effectively interact with operational personnel and managementExceptional work ethic, confidential and understands ethical standardsWhy We Think You'll Love Teradata We prioritize a people-first culture because we know our people are at the very heart of our success. We embrace a flexible work model because we trust our people to make decisions about how, when, and where they work. We focus on well-being because we care about our people and their ability to thrive both personally and professionally. We are committed to actively working to foster an inclusive environment that celebrates people for all of who they are. #LI-OC1 Teradata is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to help us innovate and grow. 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