Finance Books & Record Sub-Ledger Process Manager

Our client operates in the Financial sector, with its headquarters rooted strongly in the United States. It has its branches spread to more than 160 countries, providing employment to more than 200k people all over the world. They fall in the Top 15 largest Banks in the United States. Its core business is to provide various Banking and Financial services to its clients. It is known to have one of the biggest balance sheet banks in the world (among others) aiding it to offer 360-degree financial services to its clients.

Responsibilities:

• Support the definition and execution of FB&R Instrument Sub-Ledger strategy and related workstreams including operating model, process and controls
• Work with existing Sub-Ledger platforms to identify and define requirements including key use cases and stories for integration into program roadmap to decommission legacy capabilities and platforms
• Partner with Accounting Transformation director to coordinate alignment of Accounting Hub and Sub-Ledger functionality Working with Product Control, Financial Control and operational stakeholders to identify further transformation opportunities and MVPs
• Own the transformation of US GAAP, IFRS and Local GAAP Accounting through defining requirements and implementing accounting rules
• Drive the identification of data sources to feed into the Accounting Hub and Sub-Ledger
• Represent FB&R Sub-Ledger in program wide governance and ensure alignment of workstream deliverables
• Own workstream deliverables and manage intra- and inter-dependencies across business stakeholder groups
• This is a high-profile role within our client Finance transformation, with a global scope, ideal candidates would have an in-depth knowledge of subledgers and accounting process. 
• Experience should be gained through extensive experience in a senior Controller, Finance Transformation or technology role at Client's or a similar institution. The role holder will be expected to provide both strategic and operational thought leadership over the FB&R transformation with the ability to lead and influence a wide number of stakeholders, virtual and matrix teams at SVP (Senior Vice President) level.
• The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, team oriented, and a proactive problem solver. 
• They will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex information in a clear, concise manner to various levels of stakeholders including both end users and senior/executive leadership. 
• They must feel comfortable navigating complex and ever-changing environments with the ability to educate and persuade senior stakeholders. 
• They will possess the ability to drive change throughout a large, global organization.

Requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of financial services products
• Detailed understanding of Accounting concepts, both US GAAP and IFRS
• In depth Knowledge Oracle, SAP or similar ledger platforms including instrument sub-ledger capabilities (e.g. OFSAA, AHCS) and sub-ledger data, process and operational design.
• Strong network of senior finance, shared services and business/operations stakeholders, with the ability to influence senior Finance, Business and Operations senior management at MD level
• Ability to partner with other functions to drive the design and implementation of new ledger Governance, processes and controls
• A strong track record in driving global change within a finance function, with significant experience with process re-engineering / process improvement, design and implementation of finance processes
• Experience of agile / hybrid program methodologies, with track record of delivering in agile

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Management or related field
• Significant experience in the implementation and transformation of US GAAP, IFRS and Local GAAP Accounting rules
• Proven track record of significant organizational transformations and SaaS enabled ERP transformations (Oracle, SAP)
• Experience in successfully managing complex projects and programs which include external suppliers through the full project
• lifecycle, from conception through rollout and ongoing support
• 10+ years of relevant work experience with global corporations and financial services experience gained in Banking or in an associated consulting role

Preferred:

• Significant experience with ERP transformations (Oracle, SAP)
• Leadership Experience as a Process or Product Owner within a Chief Accounting Officer, Controllership and Finance Shared Services Organization
• Project Management certifications e.g., PMP (Project Management Professional), Agile Certifications or equivalent is a strong plus

Education:

• Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Management, Engineering, or related field is required
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) or equivalent.

Locations:

• New York NY
• Getzville NY
• Tampa FL