ARC Team Lead

About the Role

We are hiring for a key leadership role within bps Accounting, Reporting & Controlling (ARC) function.

This is not a transactional accounting role you will own end-to-end RTR processes, lead a team, partner with business, and drive financial accuracy, controls, and transformation

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What Youll Be Doing

End-to-End Accounting Owners

• hipOwn and manage month-end and year-end close for assigned entities
• Lead complex accounting areas including inventory, pricing, and margin analysi
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of financials by resolving high-impact accounting issues
• Drive quality in balance sheet and reconciliation processes

Strong Controls & Financial Governance

• Ensure robust balance sheet controls, reconciliations, and review mechanisms
• Drive adherence to IFRS and accounting policies
• Act as a go-to expert for complex accounting and judgment-based areas
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness

Managing Complexity & Driving Resolution

• Handle complex RTR issues end-to-end, from root cause analysis to long-term resolution
• Bring together stakeholders to resolve discrepancies across systems and processes
• Ensure financial data integrity across reporting cycles

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals
• Drive accountability, performance, and high-quality output
• Set clear expectations and build a strong review culture

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Influence

• Act as a finance partner to business and operations teams
• Provide insights through variance analysis and financial commentary
• Handle stakeholder escalations with confidence and clarity

Driving Transformation & Improvement

• Identify and lead automation, standardization, and process improvements
• Simplify processes and improve reporting efficiency
• Drive measurable improvements in quality, timelines, and productivity

What Were Looking For:

Chartered Accountant with 10+ years of experience

Strong experience in:

• RTR / Controllership / Financial Reporting
• Month-end close ownership (not just execution)
• Balance sheet and reconciliation control
• Hands-on experience with SAP or large ERP systems
• Proven team leadership and stakeholder management experience
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to handle complex accounting scenarios