Summary role description:

Hiring for a Record to Report Team Lead (UK Citizen) for a global consulting provider. 

Company description:

Our client is a leading consulting firm specializing in intelligent automation, process optimization, and financial transformation. With a strong global presence, it partners with enterprises across industries such as finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and professional services to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Its expert-led implementations of cutting-edge technologies drive measurable results, reducing costs and improving compliance. Recently, the firm successfully delivered large-scale automation projects, achieving significant productivity gains for Fortune 500 clients. By combining deep industry knowledge with innovative solutions, it enables businesses to navigate complexity and accelerate growth in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Role details:

• Title / Designation: R2R Team Lead
• Reporting Manager: R2R Manager / Finance Controller
• Location: Bristol, UK
• Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days office, and 3 days WFH)

Role & responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the R2R team, overseeing daily operations and ensuring adherence to financial close timelines.
• Own the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations and financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce reporting timelines.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external audits, ensuring all required documentation is provided.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including FP&A, Tax, and Treasury, to streamline accounting processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SOX requirements, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Provide training, mentorship, and development opportunities to team members.
• Handle escalations and resolve complex accounting issues effectively.
• Support transformation projects, system migrations, and ERP implementations as required.

Candidate requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years in R2R, General Ledger Accounting, or Financial Reporting (preferably in a Shared Services or Global Business Services environment).
• Minimum 1+ year as Team Lead managing a team of 4-5 associates.
• Hands on experience in month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Must have experience in any one of accounting principles IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (ACCA/CIMA/CPA preferred).

Selection process:

• Interview with PMO
• Interview with Finance Controller
• Interview with Finance Manager
• HR Discussion