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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Nigeria R2R Leader
Job Number: 2398585 Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Business: GE Global Operations
Business Segment: Global Ops-Middle East & Africa
Role Summary/Purpose
As the Record to Report (R2R) leader, you will be responsible to manage and lead the financial accounting and closing & reporting process with clear focus around global and regional strategic initiatives.
Apart from core responsibilities, you should be have a passion to deliver on simplification and operational excellence, be a true business partner and deliver on key cost, quality and speed metrics.
Essential Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible to lead a big team in Nigeria and also work remotely with BPO team's based in multiple locations.
The role will report directly to The Nigeria Site Leader and functionally into the SSA Record To Report Leader.
Responsibilities
Own the site R2R landscape (LE, ME combinations)
Manage and coach the team of Site Accountants
SPOC at the site for all R2R related matters with all businesses and stakeholders
Understand & own the site recorded information (automated and manual interfaces)
Understand GL interfaces with upstream processes
Fix First Pass Yield of R2R interfaces with ES Leaders (IBS, Concur, P&B, B2P, I2C, Fixed Assets)
Ensure all dimensions in the code block are appropriately used in recording transactions
Own ME Billable & Non Billable cost centers at site level.
Understand and own the site reported information
US GAAP reporting (Business, controllership & FP&A)
Lead the Monthly and Quarterly close process by tracking site closing activities through FCM
Tax reporting support(WHT, VAT,CIT)
Input into S2T process
Own the site Account Reconciliations landscape (completeness) and metrics (qualitative - 8 Account Reconciliation Criteria, quantitative & simplification).
Own the site Balance Sheet & P&L & coordinate relationship with various stakeholders (Regional R2R team, Business teams, FP&A, Controllership, Corporate HQ)
Own and coordinate the R2R Enterprise Standard Initiatives & implementations at the site
ERP & other tools implementations (CCL, Business ERP’s, Account Rec tools)
Global & Regional simplification initiatives (e.g. MJE, FCM, ESCoA)
BPO migrations
Manage Intercompany Process
Regularly lead, guide, engage, develop and motivate big and diverse in-house as well as BPO teams
Qualifications/Requirements
Over 7 years finance experience with at least 3 years in leadership position
Experience in managing complex, multi-faceted projects
Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinker: proven ability to anticipate and resolve issues
Good understanding of core revenue recognition rules as per GAAP
Excellent understanding of the GE closing process
Willingness to travel as required
Work flexibility around quarter closing cycles.
A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required (please indicate clearly on your resume)
Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria
Certified Public Accountant or Master's of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred
Strong Controllership & Compliance mindset
Customer Service Focused/Negotiation Skills Demonstrated Leadership experience and ability Excellent communication and presentation skills Product/Process oriented mindset
Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks and resources
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) GE culture/Operating rhythm experience Green Belt Certified
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online