Finance Director- Global Shared Services Centre

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the global shared services responsible for processing high-volume, standardized finance transactions, including order entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and master data creation
• Oversee accounting activities operations within India, including monthly closing process and statutory compliance
• Engage with the RTR, OTC, and PTP finance leaders to ensure alignment of shared services with business strategies and needs
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Work with the RTR, OTC, and PTP Global Process Owners (GPOs) to drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure standardization, implement best practices, and enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Collaborate with IT and other functions to design and implement automation to streamline GSSC activities
• Act as the primary point of contact for leadership regarding India GSSC operations, providing regular updates and insights
• Stay informed about industry trends and innovations in shared services to ensure the GSSC remains competitive and forward-thinking
• Develop cost-effective service level agreements (SLAs) for GSSC activities
• Establish, measure, root cause, and action targeted KPIs to measure GSSC activities
• Mentor and develop a global shared services team, fostering a high-performance culture

Qualification & Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent global leadership abilities with success building a positive team culture and developing talent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant financial reporting standards
• Strong attention to detail to produce consistent, high-quality results and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated high ethical standards and commitment to compliance and transparency
• Demonstrated initiative to drive continuous process improvement
• Ability to work productively in a cross-functional team environment with the ability to influence and collaborate with all stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

Minimum education and work experience required:

• B.S. degree in Accounting/ B Com
• Professional accounting qualification required (e.g., CPA, ACA, CA)
• 15+ years’ progressive experience working within a multinational, fast-paced environment with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position
• experience at senior manager level
• Proficiency in ERP systems

Benefits

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