Job Summary Location: Hyderabad Job Description: • Responsible for managing end to end Delivery of F&A (GL Accounting + AP) activities for a Financial Services Client • Month end closing activities including GL close, Monthly accruals and P&L Finalization, Financial and Statutory Reporting • Ensuring timely and accurate completion of all Accounts Payable Activities – Vendor Set up/ Invoice processing / Payments / Query handling • Accountable for overview and ensuring effectiveness SOX controls • Ensuring Full Compliance with Contractual requirements of the engagement • Drive Transformation initiatives and contribute to group Finance Transformation. • Audit Support - Liaison point for external/ Internal auditors • helping and creating organizational and program budgets • Development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies and practices Qualifications: Qualified accountants- CA / ICWA with 12-16 years Post Qualification experience Responsibilities • Ensure timely and accurate delivery AP Deliverables • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of Month end/ Quarter end Deliverables • Managing a big team (~ 100 people, mostly accountants) consisting of multiple sub functions like invoice & payment Processing, vendor set up, Settlement Reconciliation month end closing, Consolidation, Preparation of Financial Statements • Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared towards operational excellence • Oversee monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of organization's financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals. Oversee short and long-term financial and managerial reporting. • Facilitate Performance Reviews for all existing F&A processes and encourage “Best Practices” for the team. • Assess training needs for all F&A staff and collaborate with the DRs for the training plan • Drive strong compliance and Governance framework Experience experience in Finance & Accounting Operations/Management Strong background and work experience in Month End Closing and Accounts Payable functions Behavioral Competencies • Leadership capability in leading and engaging with a diverse set of high potential Professionals (mostly CA/CWA) • Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written • Adept at managing multiple senior level stakeholders • Proven strength in driving governance and engagement with multi stakeholders • Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management implementing best practices. • Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives. • Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. • High comfort level working in a diverse environment and BPO set up Functional Competencies • Proficiency with IFRS/US GAAP • Prior Experience in running multiple sets of F&A activities in an Offshore environment • Prior Experience in running GL Close & Accounts Payable processes would be preferred. Others: • Flexible to USA shift hours • Passport availability & travel on short notice Selection Procedure: • Domain assessment (F&A – GL+ AP) • Interview with sr. management • HR Round Key Responsibilities Same as above Skill Requirements Other Requirements