MANAGER GLOBAL FINANCE
We are seeking to hire a leader to help build functional capability and expertise with our new
SAP finance system and ensure efficient and accurate operation of our new processes and
controls in relation to the finance shared service center. The position, located in our Gurugram
office, will work closely with local global services leadership, based on Gurugram, and report to
global accounting leadership, based in Chicago; it will be responsible for:
• Designing, implementing and operating new accounting processes and related controls,
to ensure accuracy and efficiency, from inception of entries in India-based shared service
team through local finance team review and global-level sign-off. Process areas will
include, but not be limited to, financial and management accounting, invoicing and
accounts receivable, purchasing and accounts payable, contract management and
internal audit. Controls will include designing and reviewing standardized balance sheet
and income statement reconciliation templates. Performance of processes should be
continuously monitored and reengineered as necessary.
• Ensuring a high quality of accounting output and effective operation of SAP. Oversee
month end process and coordinate among various stakeholders. Review, reconcile and
consolidate different forms of monthly management reports for use by internal
stakeholders, which include departmental heads and senior business leaders. Provide
assurance to support the accuracy and completeness of our results, both as one form of
output relates to another, and as regards the consistency of our accounting output with
global directives, internal policies, IFRS and local statutory reporting, as applicable.
• Designing and implementing new management accounting methodologies. Researching
business needs and converting requirements, using understanding of SAP, into
accounting-based solutions which are successfully realized with the system, resources
and timeline available. Understanding business processes and anticipating areas for
adding value to the services that our Finance team provides. Writing global accounting
procedures and task playbooks for shared service personnel; and rolling out, maintaining
and enforcing adherence to these processes.
• Mentoring shared service team senior and junior team members; ensuring they have the
skills necessary to perform their functions and providing career development advice,
evaluation and coaching. Maintaining high morale of the group, and helping to maximize
retention, by being aware of needs and addressing concerns effectively. Structuring the
team effectively among tasks and establishing effective reporting lines.
• Leading headcount planning for finance shared service team; anticipate needs, write job
descriptions and run interview process. Developing and implementing mechanisms to
measure performance of the team such that value to the business can be evaluated.
• Participating in broader A.T. Kearney shared service center visioning conversations;
providing input from a finance perspective and helping to harmonize our general
approach and dynamics across the respective teams.
• Troubleshooting problems in our SAP system, such as incorrect cost rates or delays in
key programs; ensuring successful resolution by instructing our SAP support team and
managing stakeholder dialogue accordingly.
• Supporting the Company’s Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury team and other non-
accounting groups in their understanding and interpretation of our accounting and cash
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flow data. Training others within the wider finance team to understand and work
effectively with established processes.
Qualifications:
• BS/BA degree in Accounting, or related area, with strong academic credentials. The
candidate should be a CA.
• 8+ years of relevant experience, either in a public accounting firm or for-profit business.
• Experience of working with, and designing processes for, an off-shore finance shared
service center. Ability to demonstrate awareness of, and solutions for, challenges such a
model entails.
• Skilled user of accounting in SAP, ideally in the professional services space. Ability to
‘map’ business processes to system-oriented solutions, and to adapt effectively at times
of change.
• Strong communication and analytical skills. Good team player; ability to demonstrate
camaraderie and collaboration with peers to yield the best outcome for the firm.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines and
managing multiple tasks with limited supervision and strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and has maturity required to run team and operate effectively with global
reporting line.
• Experience in international accounting or in an internationally-oriented setting.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel)
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