We are seeking a highly skilled Record to Report (R2R) Specialist to join our Finance Shared Services team. The ideal candidate must have extensive SAP experience and a proven track record in managing R2R processes. Experience within a shared service environment and/or within the Big 4 is an added advantage. This role will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, managing month-end and year-end close activities, and working closely with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage R2R processes: Full responsibility for ensuring accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes in SAP.
• General Ledger management: Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting. Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies.
• Financial Reporting: Preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Intercompany transactions: Reconcile intercompany accounts and resolve discrepancies to ensure correct consolidation.
• Fixed Asset Accounting: Oversee asset capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Tax and Compliance Support: Collaborate with tax teams to ensure compliance with local statutory and tax requirements, including VAT, Intrastat, and other regulatory filings.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and improve R2R processes, leveraging SAP functionalities and best practices in a shared service environment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, accounts payable, and other finance teams to ensure alignment and efficiency in financial operations.
• Audit Support: Assist in the preparation and coordination of both internal and external audits.
• Project Involvement: Participate in cross-functional projects related to system upgrades, automation, and process harmonization.

Key Requirements:

• Must have:
  • SAP Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience with SAP (FICO modules preferred).
  • English speaking - MUST have
  • Strong understanding of financial and accounting processes.
  • Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience in financial data analysis.
• Advantageous:
  • Experience in a Shared Service Center or global finance organization.
  • Experience working within a Big 4 accounting firm.
  • Exposure to EMEA tax regulations (including VAT, Intrastat reporting).
  • Experience with financial process optimization and automation initiatives.
  • Multinational or multi-site financial management experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, global shared service environment.
• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Career growth and development opportunities.