Senior Team Lead

Job Summary

Job Title: E1.2 (R2R)

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Record-to-Report (R2R) Team Lead to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will bring 8–10 years of hands-on R2R experience and strong leadership skills to manage and mentor a small team while continuing to execute critical R2R activities. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial close processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous process improvements..

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a small team of R2R members including month end support, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Inter Company & Fixed Assets ensuring high performance and adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Facilitate effective communication, training, and career growth within the team to cultivate a collaborative and accountable work environment.

End-to-End R2R Execution:

• Oversee the preparation, review, and posting of complex journal entries in compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Ensure timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Collaborate in the preparation of financial statements, internal management reports, and detailed variance analysis to provide actionable insights for senior management.
• Personally handle critical tasks such as investigating significant discrepancies and recommending corrective actions, coordinating with the key client stakeholders and providing the root causes for corrective actions.

Process Improvement & Automation:

• Identify opportunities to streamline the R2R process and work closely with IT teams to implement automation and system enhancements.
• Review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance process reliability and control.

Audit & Compliance Support:

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors by preparing requisite documentation and ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
• Review changes communicated by client and update internal processes to maintain strict compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/US GAAP) and SOX requirements.

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8–10 years of hands-on experience in R2R functions, ideally within shared services or corporate finance environments.
• Strong expertise in ERP systems (PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, or equivalent) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage process improvements, implement automation, and drive compliance and internal controls

Other Requirements