Assistant Manager - Record to Report (R2R)

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Record to Report Operations

· Manage end-to-end R2R activities, including General Ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

· Ensure General Ledger transactions comply with Group policies, local statutory requirements, accounting standards, and standard operating procedures.

· Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness.

· Maintain the integrity of financial records and supporting documentation.

Financial Close and Reporting

· Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

· Review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.

· Ensure timely and accurate reporting through consolidation and reporting tools such as HFM/SURF or equivalent systems.

· Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances and unusual transactions.

Balance Sheet Reconciliations and Controls

· Oversee preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and account substantiation.

· Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items and aging balances.

· Drive compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance requirements.

· Identify process risks and implement corrective actions to strengthen the control environment.

Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and Inventory Accounting

· Oversee fixed asset accounting activities, including capitalization, depreciation, asset transfers, and disposals.

· Review and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, ensuring timely issue resolution and settlement.

· Ensure accurate accounting and reconciliation of inventory balances and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

Job Title Assistant Manager – Record to Report

Job Level N Location PNI

Job Description

· Support revenue recognition activities in compliance with IFRS/GAAP requirements.

Audit and Compliance

· Coordinate and support internal and external audits by ensuring timely availability of documentation and responses.

· Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, local statutory requirements, and company policies.

· Monitor audit observations and drive closure of corrective actions.

Process Improvement and Automation

· Identify opportunities for process standardization, simplification, and automation within the R2R function.

· Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.

· Support implementation of automation solutions, ERP enhancements, and transformation projects.

· Drive best practices across accounting and reporting processes.

Stakeholder and Team Management

· Partner with Business Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Supply Chain, Shared Services, and external stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting issues.

· Act as a key contact for escalations related to financial reporting and accounting matters.

· Support, coach, and mentor team members to enhance capability and performance.

· Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and process excellence.

Educational Requirements

· CA / CMA preferred.

· Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration.

· Professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.

Work Experience

· Minimum 4-5 years of experience in General Ledger, Record-to-Report, or Financial Accounting functions.

· Experience in Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), or Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) environments is preferred.

· Experience in managing month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and stakeholder interactions.

Required Competencies

· Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting and Record-to-Report processes.

· Sound understanding of IFRS, GAAP, and financial reporting requirements.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial review skills.

· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

· Leadership and team development capabilities.

· Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on controls and operational excellence.

Preferred Skills

· Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, or similar platforms.

· Experience with financial reporting and consolidation tools such as HFM, Hyperion, OneStream, or BlackLine.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

· Exposure to process automation, RPA, Power BI, and digital trans