Record To Report & Finance Lead, Global Business Services
IVC Evidensia UK, Keynsham, South West
Discipline: Finance

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Batchelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (CPA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with preferrable 5+ years’ experience in a leadership role in a global finance environment
• Preferably experienced in dealing with and managing outsourced accounting operations with service providers
• Proven track record of effective leadership and a strong behavioural profile in a complex payroll function, including working with payroll suppliers and leading change.
• Extensive knowledge across the full RTR process, including but not limited to month end close, tax, treasury, commercial finance and group reporting.
• Strong knowledge of global finance reporting, regulations and compliance requirements across multiple countries and regions.
• Extensive experience in managing relationships within a finance reporting environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive process improvements and optimize payroll operations.
• Strong analytical skills to assess payroll data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Understanding of data protection regulations and confidentiality requirements in handling financial information.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications, particularly Excel & PowerBi, for data analysis and reporting.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with changes in global finance regulations and best practices.
  Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team.

• Oversee all RTR operational activities from a performance (KPI’s), efficiency and accuracy perspective ensuring accurate and timely management of GBS RTR activities for multiple countries and regions.
• Develop and implement a global strategy for GBS RTR processes with the support of the RTR Global Process Owner network
• Lead and mentor our GBS Regional Accounting Leads to ensure all RTR activities being performed on our behalf are in compliance with accounting policies, controls and standards across all countries within the GBS scope
• Maintain accurate reporting for all GBS costs with the support of our Contracts Manager and report same to GBS Management
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with regional & country CFO’s, Group Finance and Genpact management to ensure seamless balance sheet reporting delivery.
• Ensure compliance with global group policies, regulations and reporting requirements in each country within your region
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of balance sheet reporting.
• Stay updated with finance IRFS/GAAP legislation, industry trends, and emerging technologies in global accounting management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team management, including GPO, finance, legal, and IT, to streamline month end close processes and data integration.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess month end reporting performance and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Manage relationships with external & internal auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders for audits and compliance checks in collaboration with our GBS Statutory Accounting & Audit Lead
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations on balance sheet management related matters.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and participate in professional networks or associations to foster knowledge exchange.