Interface, Procurement & Accounting, and Financial Reporting Senior Manager

Key Responsibilities

Process responsibilities:

• Oversee all activities related to Interface Reconciliations including resolving interface issues and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data passing through different accounting and ERP systems.
• Oversee all global activities related to Financial Reporting, including preparation of financial statements, trial balances, and other close procedures.
• Oversee all global activities related to Procurement & General Accounting including GRIR (goods receipt/invoice receipt) activities and procurement accruals, as well as manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Implement, monitor, and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures to comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Serve as the company expert in the Interface Reconciliations, Procurement & General Accounting & Financial Reporting, ensuring consistency of accounting treatment and driving deep expertise across the department.
• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports to Senior Management.
• Oversee ongoing improvements and automation projects within the accounting team.
• Remain updated with industry trends, changes in accounting rulings, and latest technologies to ensure the team is evolving as per industry standards.
• Focusing on global standardization and optimization across all business units, collaborating regularly on the development and adherence to documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), with the key aim to implement and maintain one consistent, high-quality standard across regions.

Compliance:

• Participate in the audit process and liaise with Legal Entity Controllers to ensure sound financial practices.
• Ensure adherence, monitor, remediate and align compliance responsibilities with stakeholders.
• Manage, mitigate, and escalate risks on a timely basis.
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place to achieve SOX Compliance

Leadership and People Management

• Fostering collaborative relationships with essential functions such as Legal Entity Accounting, Supply Chain Finance, Invoice to Cash team and other Finance Operations Directors.
• Responsible for the vision, strategy, and delivery of the financial operations processes globally.
• Engage with Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) partners to cultivate a One Team mentality, building positive relationships across the organization to deliver results and to drive best practice.
• Oversee and manage the Interface, Procurement & General Accounting, and Financial Reporting teams and provide mentorship and training for career development.
• As a member of the Finance Operations Leadership Team, assist in attracting, developing, and retaining a highly competent, high-performing, motivated and diverse team.
• Responsible for the retention and career development of direct reports.
• Foster an inclusive work environment and is a visible proponent of all types of diversity and inclusion to drive value creation, performance, employee engagement and organizational health.

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent is required, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Fluent English, other language skills desirable, confidence in presenting to Senior Management in English
• 8-10 years of professional experience
• At least 4 years of Management / Supervisory experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels
• Ability to frame clear & concise communication across all relevant stakeholders
• Be open to new ideas, rapid change and embracing new technologies
• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations, demonstrating a pragmatic approach
• Successfully manage a team, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines
• Ability to drive process and continuous improvement initiatives
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge preferrable
• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned
• Experience in an Interface, Procurement & General Accounting, and Financial Reporting departments
• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications

Benefits

• Insurance Benefits
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation Policy
• Other Perks and Benefits…