Global Accounting Operation - Manager

Business As Usual (BAU) Activities:

Should have “owner’s mind set”, work independently, and effectively manage timelines

May be required to provide accounting analyses or research on critical and complex issues which may include variance analysis of accounting transactions related to billed and unbilled revenue

Develop subject matter expertise in all aspects of the products under responsibility including operational aspects of a particular accounting transaction.

Participate in or manage function specific projects as needed

Ensure high quality and completion of deliverables within the committed timeframe. Team deliverables revolve around.

Daily:

Monitor Revenue Activity

Monitor P/L movement for Revenue

Justify PPA adjustments

Get clarifications from GBO and Controllers

Monthly:

Coordinate month-end close including prepare / review manual journal entries and export accounting system reports

Prepare account reconciliations and certification

Process Misc adjustments related to RAW and ORMB

Prepare Regulatory Reporting.

Prepare SEC reporting

Quarterly:

Prepare Regulatory, SEC, and Internal reporting

Perform Accrual Pack for IS Revenue

Perform SOX control testing

Internal Audit support

Annual:

Response Audit queries and submissions of reports to Auditors and Tax Team.

Ad-Hoc:

Prepare and update process narratives/procedures and flow charts

Response to internal and external requests including variance analysis and inquires

Participate in Ad Hoc projects and new transactions

General ledger account requests

Accounting systems maintenance and upgrade

Perform user access reviews & certifications

Perform analysis to support intercompany transfers, prepare automated transfer processing file, validate transfers, and prepare manual journal entries

Process Re-Engineering, Standardization, and Automation:

Responsibility for ongoing process improvements

Assist in implementation of the GAO process re-engineering and automation efforts

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word), advance levels of Excel (pivot tables, formulas, excel workbook maintenance best practices)

Knowledge of Hyperion Essbase,Oracle Financials.

Knowledge of Spotfire, Cognos data analytics and visualization (or similar) a plus

Conceptual understanding of company-wide financial architecture (GL, sub-GL technology, specialized tools) applicable to the above process groups of processes

Excellent communication skills, prior experience of interacting with multiple stakeholders (Legal Entity and Geography controllers) in NA, EMEA, APAC

Independent decision-making capabilities

Pride of ownership with the ability to deliver high quality results timely

Self-motivated, self-assured, and self-managed

Strong analytical ability to analyze and summarize financial transactions related to the products supported

Strong attention to details

Problem solving skill

Highly organized with ability to multi-task and work under high pressure deadlines

Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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