Record to Report Lead

Role Description Statement

The Record to Report Team Lead (RTR) is responsible for overseeing and controlling the RTR processes performed in the Center of Excellence. The professional acts as a Team Lead for the RTR staff in the Center of Excellence (CoE) while making sure that processes remain aligned and that global process standards are anchored. Key processes in scope for RTR CoE are i.e. Support the month end closing activities, Process management, accounts reconciliations and governance around RTR processes.

Key Responsibilities (High Level)

• Minimum Job Requirements / Skillset
• First point of contact for assigned operational RTR CoE hub staff
• Point of contact for internal and external auditors
• Lead and manage a team of RTR Accountants and Specialists, setting clear objectives, evaluating performance, workload distribution and providing coaching and development opportunities
• Oversee the RTR activities in scope for CoE including Master Data & System governance, Reporting, Data Analysis, Cash Forecast, and Process management
• Support system upgrades and migrations related to R2R processes
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of RTR processes and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Assess standardization, optimization and automation potential from Legal Entities / country specifics based on market best practices and/or best in class Legal Entities
• Collaborate with local finance, CoE accounting and Controlling teams, BPO provider (DXC) and other departments to streamline RTR processes and resolve any issues that may arise
• Support the period end closing, and related analytics, ensuring thorough and precise financial tracking and reporting
• Ensure all financial reporting and processes comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the Sulzer directives and the Sulzer Accounting Manual (SAM)
• Ensure RTR internal controls are in place in the CoE and followed for the processes performed by this role

Education and experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Accounting with a strong focus on general ledger and financial reporting
• CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent certification preferred

Critical success factors

• Proficiency in coordination and planning of work for assigned teams and activity clusters
• Strong understanding of global financial processes and standards
• Strong financial acumen
• Strong communication skills for delivering key insights to i.e. CoE Accounting Lead, Reporting & Analytics team and Country Finance Heads
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other stakeholders

Technical & language skills

• Proficient in ERP systems (relevant to your business unit; SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 or iScala)
• Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) skills
• Experience with Tagetik and Qlik Sense is a plus
• Proficiency in English

Interfaces with

• Accounting teams
• Reporting & Analytics team
• Local Accounting Managers
• Country Finance Heads
• RTR GPO
• External stakeholders (i.e. auditors, tax authorities etc.)