Delivery Lead Manager

Skill required: Record To Report - Financial Consolidation & Close Operations
Designation: Delivery Lead Manager
Qualifications:Any Graduation
Years of Experience:13 to 18 years
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What would you do? You will be aligned with our Finance Operations vertical and will be helping us in determining financial outcomes by collecting operational data/reports, whilst conducting analysis and reconciling transactions. Posting journal entries, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing entries and reconciliations, preparing cash forecasting statement, supporting month end closing, preparing reports and supports in audits. Implementation of gen. ledger processes including yearend closing, journalizing. Creating and maintaining ledgers, ledger currencies, budgets, and journal entries, design to deliver a financial management solution including a flexible accounting structure, comprehensive journal processing, hierarchical summaries, intuitive inquiry and reporting as well as dynamic allocations and the management of commitments and expenditures also run Interface reports and perform close books of accounts.
What are we looking for? Education Any Accounting Degree CA/CPA preferred ERP/ any certification requird ERP Systems: Proficiency in retail-relevant ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. Automation Tools: Experience with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Blue Prism) and reconciliation platforms (e.g., BlackLine, Trintech). Advanced Excel: Strong skills in Excel (pivot tables, macros, VLOOKUPs) for data analysis and reporting. Data Analytics: Familiarity with tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Alteryx for financial insights. Good to have skills Knowledge of ESG reporting, sustainability metrics, and their impact on retail financials. Experience with e-commerce accounting, omnichannel strategies, and digital payment reconciliations.
Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Core RTR Skills Accounting Expertise: Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and adjustments. Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. Reconciliations: Expertise in balance sheet account reconciliations, variance analysis, and resolving unreconciled items. Close Process: Hands-on experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with strict adherence to deadlines. Expertise in Statutory & Regulatory reporting including ESG Intercompany Accounting: Experience with intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliation. Compliance & Controls: Knowledge of SOX controls, internal audits, and adherence to GAAP/IFRS. Vision for process automation (Alteryx/Power BI), handling audits, driving transformation initiatives. 2. Retail-Specific Knowledge Inventory Accounting: Understanding of retail inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, weighted average) and shrinkage management. Revenue Recognition: Familiarity with retail revenue recognition policies, including loyalty programs, gift cards, and consignment sales. Lease Accounting: Knowledge of standards for retail leases. 3. Leadership & Management Skills Strategic Thinking: Ability to align RTR processes with business objectives, driving efficiency and value. Stakeholder Management: Strong collaboration skills with internal teams, auditors, and external partners. Team Leadership: Experience in managing diverse teams, mentoring, and performance management. Project Management: Skills in leading transformation initiatives, such as process standardization or ERP migrations. 5. Soft Skills Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset to troubleshoot and resolve complex accounting issues. Communication: Clear and concise reporting to C-level stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Adaptability: Agility to navigate the dynamic and fast-paced retail environment. Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliations.