Record to Report Lead

Job Description

Work for a global FMCG tech company as Record to Report Lead within the R2R team, providing a quality service to the stakeholders.

Based within the Netherlands, supporting the German entity, this role offers you accountability for delivering R2R services with the responsibility of managing and motivating a small team of Accountants.

Record to Report Lead, North Holland, Netherlands.

Are you a leader with a problem-solving mindset? Work for an organisation which is dedicated to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people, and creating a workspace where employees feel they truly belong.

Duties of the Record to Report Lead

You will be involved with the following tasks:

• Manage and supervise the accounting and internal reporting activities for the North Europe reporting segment 
• Optimize the financial accounting and internal reporting process 
• Contribute to the development of overall accounting and reporting process
• Manage up to 4 direct reports
• Provide guidance and assistance to team of Accountants
• Act as the main point of contact for external and internal auditors
• Communicate financial/business impact and provide recommendations
• Assisting with various ad-hoc activities

Experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance, with a professional qualification (CPA/ACCA)
• Previous experience working in an R2R domain
• Previous experience in managing a team
• Demonstrate knowledge of GAAP and IFRS guidelines
• Previous exposure working within the German market
• Project management, with a willingness to deliver in changing environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, with experience in Workday and OneStream or similar
• Practical attitude, strong communication skills, with a proactive demeanour
• Passion to improve processes, with previous experience in process design using best practice
• Great communication skills in English and German, both verbally and in writing