Operation Manager, Record to Report

Req ID:465906 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

NETWORK & LINKS:

INTERNAL

• Other teams within Global finance centre ( GFC )
• R&B controllers  
• Project controllers
• Site / Finance controllers
• Region finance leadership team
• Region accounting managers

EXTERNAL

• Auditors
• Banker's

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The rôle will provide leadership the organization of Record to Report across all geographies integrated. This rôle will also be responsible for contributing towards the success of GFC

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations :

• Manage the Record to Report Operations of the GFC in the most efficient and cost effective way
• Meet / Exceed the SLA and quality standards in the operations
• Actively contribute in development, integration and transfer of the processes and teams from different regions to GFC
• Drive standardization of the Record to Report processes in the Shared Services
• Apply internal procedures & rules in line with the corporate & local statutory policies
• Ensure the delivery of reliable and timely information to the units
• Constantly Benchmark the operations with peers within and outside the organization to improve performance
• Identify levers and implement actions to enhance efficiency in all operational areas
• Contribute towards strategic objectives of GFC
• Contribute / Improve VOC.
• Drive balance sheet reconciliation process and improvements 

People :

• Create, Retain and Develop a strong team with the necessary skills and expertise to ensure a high quality of service
• Effective Performance Management by
  • Setting right objectives in a timely manner
  • Giving timely feedback
  • Assess competencies, identify and execute development needs
• Maintain high level of motivation within the team

Customer :

• Maintain strong governance with all regions served by the GFC
• Build and maintain healthy rapport and trust with all up-stream and down-stream stake-holders to the Record to Report process
• Maintain and improve customer delight by working closely with key internal customers
• Be a business partner to countries in helping achieve business objectives from Record to Report standpoint

Qualifications & Skills:

EDUCATION

Graduate or Post-Graduate in Accounting / Finance

Language: English (mandatory)

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Impactful communication
• Team management skills
• Time management and prioritization
• Effective delegation
• Conflict management
• Continual improvement mindset
• Customer centricity
• Data oriented problem solving

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE 

Mandatory

• Deep understanding of Record to report process / accounting
• Intermediate skills in ERP
• Intermedaite skills in excel, power-point
• Exposure in automations, RPAs
• Strong understanding of internal controls
• Ability to build processes models

Desirable

• Green belt in Six Sigma

AIR VALUES (Agile, Inclusive & Responsible) BEHAVIOUR:

• Capacity to continuously adapt to a changing environment by showing a pro-active and positive approach
• Actively listen to people, encouraging feedback and sharing experiences
• Make things simple
• Focus on our goals and prioritize our actions
• Be curious and have an appetite for learning
• Work as a team and avoid silos
• Ask questions instead of making assumptions
• Show respect for others’ individuality and cultural identity
• Keep our commitments towards internal and external stakeholders (employees, customers, passengers, society)