Executive Manager, Inter Company - GCC

The Executive Manager, Inter Company - GCC is responsible for performing highly specialized accounting work to maintain the department s general ledger. This role performs detailed financial analysis of the department s chart of accounts and financial statements, identifying and analyzing unusual variances. The incumbent ensures accurate recording of intercompany transactions and collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervises a group of general accountants or accounting clerks, ensuring efficient maintenance of intercompany accounts.
• Implements accounting policies and processes under the direction of the Accounting Manager.
• Captures, tracks, and accounts for intercompany transactions (AR & AP) as per defined procedures.
• Builds strong relationships with process partners, GPOs, and CI leaders, leading external benchmarking and continuous process improvement activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate accounting of intercompany transactions and provides commentary on major deviations.
• Reviews account reconciliations and aged items in the balance sheet, driving corrective actions.
• Reviews and interprets audit queries, identifying and addressing control weaknesses.
• Conducts research on complex issues and modifies accounting systems for accurate transaction recognition.
• Coaches and mentors accountants, assigns tasks based on skill sets, and provides performance feedback.
• Responds to inquiries from management, auditors, and regulatory groups.
• Develops and implements new internal controls as necessary and enhances existing controls.
• Recommends and implements improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
• Provides training to staff and maintains confidentiality of organizational information.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CA is good to have.

Experience:

• Intermediate level of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have 12+ years of experience in R2R (Intercompany) domain
• Strong understanding of intercompany accounting, AR, and AP processes.
• Experience in implementing accounting policies, processes, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in conducting financial analysis and preparing general ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Ability to lead external benchmarking activities and continuous assessment of global processes.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and accounting regulations.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring accounting staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.

Core Competencies:

• Values differences: Recognizes and values diverse perspectives.
• Communicates effectively: Develops and delivers clear communications tailored to different audiences.
• Develops talent: Coaches and mentors team members to support their career growth.
• Directs work: Delegates and removes obstacles to enable task completion.
• Ensures accountability: Holds self and team members accountable for commitments.
• Manages complexity: Analyzes complex information to drive effective problem-solving.

Technical Competencies:

• Business Process and Internal Control Risk Analysis: Identifies risks and implements control frameworks.
• Financial Analysis: Analyzes trends and variances, provides financial insights, and evaluates results against targets.
• Financial Internal Controls: Develops internal controls to address financial reporting risks.
• Financial Regulations Acumen: Ensures compliance with financial regulations and explains implications to stakeholders.
• Financial Reporting: Prepares and presents financial results, ensuring compliance and driving performance.
• Technical Accounting Assessment: Evaluates transactions to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• US GAAP: Applies US accounting standards to record transactions accurately and inform stakeholders.