Senior Manager – Record to Report (RTR) Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead end-to-end Record to Report (R2R) operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring adherence to close timelines.
• Lead preparation and review of management and statutory financial reports in compliance with accounting standards.
• Drive governance, internal controls, and compliance with SOX, GAAP/IFRS requirements.
• Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and elimination processes across entities.
• Lead balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and timely resolution of variances.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders (FP&A, Controllers, Business teams) to drive reporting accuracy and insights.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process optimisation.
• Oversee audit activities and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Lead and mentor RTR teams, ensuring high performance, capability building, and delivery excellence.

Mandatory Requirements

• Proven experience in leading Record to Report (RTR) / General Accounting functions.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting principles.
• Experience in shared services / GBS / BPO environment.
• Hands-on experience in ERP platforms such as SAP / Oracle / Blackline.
• Strong stakeholder management and team leadership experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial and accounting acumen.
• Ability to manage large teams and complex delivery environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Focus on process improvement and operational excellence.

Technical Skills

• Extensive knowledge of RTR processes including journals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP / IFRS and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP / Blackline) and reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel and financial data analysis skills.
• Exposure to automation tools (RPA, workflow tools) is an advantage.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines under pressure.
• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Collaborative and cross-functional working style.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (CA / CPA / ACCA / CIMA) preferred.
• 15–19 years of relevant experience in RTR / Finance operations.
• Experience in managing teams in a global/shared services setup preferred.