Vice President - Accounting & Compliance

Job Title
Vice President - Accounting & Compliance

Vice President - Accounting & Compliance
Are you an experienced accounting professional with an eye for quality and compliance? We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join our global organization as Vice President - Accounting & Compliance. This is a senior-level position with significant responsibilities in challenging and supporting our financial shared services in improving quality and ensuring compliance with accounting and control guidelines and regulations.
Responsibilities
Challenging and supporting our global accounting operations in improving the quality and ensuring compliance with accounting and control guidelines and regulations
Drive improvement initiatives on compliance and quality
Support the development of our teams, especially those located in Pune, India.
Act as a coach for expert functions based out of Pune, India, such as Financial Control, Internal Control and Treasury employees to support their professional development.
Monitor and assess internal controls related to accounting operations to safeguard the companys assets and mitigate risk.
Provide guidance and training to global financial shared services team on J-Sox and IFRS compliance matters.
Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and ensure compliance.
Lead audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure smooth processes.
Qualifications
Bachelors or university degree in Accounting or Finance, with a relevant professional qualification such as CPA or ACCA.
At least 15 years working experience in a global environment.
Proven experience in Accounting & Compliance or similar role, in a global organization.
Strong knowledge of and experience with accounting operations and shared service environment.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (J-Sox)
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with function and cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Excellent leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to oversee a team effectively.
Proficiency in ERP systems.