NA A2R SME

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The Account to Report (A2R) Subject Matter Expert has extensive knowledge and specialization of Account to Report process(es). Provides organizational support for daily operations, delegation and review of work, delivers training, technical and/or operational guidance to others, when needed, under limited supervision of the Supervisor. 

Tasks

• Provide support in A2R operations (including review & approval of transactions and reports) for more complex transactions or as back up during handover/stabilization of newly migrated entities
• Identify process improvement areas, initiate and ensure that assigned projects/initiatives are completed on time with quality results
• Ensure that transactions and reports are processed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting standards, and Global Accounting Policies
• Identify, rectify, follow up and resolve issues, define and implement action plans to address root cause, document and monitor issue and error log
• Contribute (as member of the leadership team) in the overall management and development of the R2R Tower, including the successful achievement of its goals and objectives
• Perform internal controls review and complete documentation in accordance if iPace requirements
• Point of contact for audit requirements and queries
• Update SOPs based on changes in processes

Qualifications and Requirements

• Graduate of Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Must have working experience and Technical expertise in SQL, Macro or Power BI
• Finance and Accounting Experience with solid exposure in:
• > General Ledger
• > Intercompany Accounting
• > Fixed Assets Accounting
• > Month-end closing
• > Reconciliation, Reports and consolidation
• > Lease accounting
• Had previous exposure in handling and managing transitions and/or projects for process improvement
• With proven results and past successes in crisis management, process improvements, and stakeholder management
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Minimum of 6 years up to 8 years working experience in Record to Report
• Knowledge in SAP System and experience in Shared Services Center/BPO
• Experience in process migration, is a plus.
• Effective communication skills, both written and spoken English

Competencies

Decision Making & Problem Solving - Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even when dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options.
Influence & Persuasion - Able to convince others in both positive or negative circumstances; use tact when expressing ideas or opinions; present new ideas to authority figures; adapt presentations to suit a particular audience; respond to objections successfully.
Planning, Prioritizing, & Goal Setting - Able to prepare for emerging customer needs; manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way; use goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans; organize and schedule people and tasks.
Relationship Management - Able to develop rapport with others and recognize their concerns and feelings; build and maintain long-term associations based on trust; help others.
Systematic Problem Solving - Able to apply systems thinking to generate solutions; focus on process rather than isolated events; obtain multiple assessments of a situation and be systematic in identifying trouble spots; use tools to define problems; evaluate alternative solution

Benefits

• HMO and Life Insurance - eligible on Day 1
• Competitive Salary
• 30 Days PTO