Senior Specialist, R2R, Financial Planning and Analysis (US)

Job description

Every year, we help hundreds of thousands of people find rewarding jobs in the ever-changing world of work. We understand the importance of a job in peoples lifes and we want to help them find work that feels good. And we’ll help them continue to grow as their needs and ambitions change. At Randstad, our value comes from our people and that is why we put them first. We are proud of our learning culture and career architecture framework that encourages ours team to develop both personally and professionally. We believe that talent grows when presented with opportunity and this is why we encourage our people to think beyond their role. We have created a culture that enables talent to flourish, encouraging entrepreneurship, fostering team spirit, and continually building mutual trust. **Job Description** ### **Key Responsibilities:** **Financial Controls & Compliance** ●      Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements by enforcing **robust financial controls** and adhering to corporate accounting policies. ●      Drive compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies, ensuring financial reporting aligns with global standards. ●      Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to **financial controls and reconciliations**. **Intercompany Process Optimization & Data Accuracy** ●      Oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and dispute resolution to **enhance data accuracy** and prevent discrepancies. ●      Streamline and **standardize intercompany processes** across all entities within the group. ●      Collaborate with global finance teams to **reduce intercompany mismatches** and improve reconciliation efficiency. **Acceleration of Financial Close Cycles** ●      Drive initiatives to **shorten the month-end close process**, improving reporting turnaround times. ●      Automate key reconciliation and month-end tasks to **minimize manual errors** and ensure efficiency. ●      Develop **standard operating procedures (SOPs)** and process documentation for consistency in execution. **Process Standardization & Automation** ●      Identify **opportunities for process automation** using financial technology tools, improving operational efficiency. ●      Implement **best practices in financial reporting** to drive uniformity across all reporting entities. ●      Lead process improvement initiatives to eliminate inefficiencies in **general ledger and R2R operations**. **Stakeholder Management & Leadership** ●      Act as the key point of contact for **onshore stakeholders** regarding financial reporting and intercompany processes. ●      Engage with senior leadership and finance teams across geographies to ensure **seamless collaboration and issue resolution**. ●      Facilitate knowledge transfer and training to **upskill team members and create backups** for critical tasks. ●      **Experience**: 7+ years of relevant experience in RTR/General Ledger **with strong accounting background** ●      **Functional Skills**: ○      Strong knowledge of **financial controls, reconciliation processes, and general ledger management** ○      Hands-on experience in **financial reporting and intercompany accounting** ○      Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and financial automation tools is an added advantage ●      **Key Competencies**: ○      Process improvement mindset, with a focus on **automation and efficiency** ○      Strong **analytical and problem-solving skills** ○      Ability to work under pressure and **meet tight deadlines** ○      Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Is this the job for you? We would love to hear from you! Please apply directly to the role and we will get in touch with you.