requirements:
10-14 years of experience in the same capacity - managing end-to-end accounting operations (team size 100+)
extensive knowledge and experience in accounts ap/ar, general ledger, financial reporting, year-end activities, inter-company/vendor/bank reconciliation
excellent ms office skills
excellent analytical, communication, decision making and leadership skills
must be willing to work in all shifts including night
knowledge of shipping & logistics domain would be an added advantage
role and responsibilities:
responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, and efficiency of the accounting processes through the provision of effective methods and strategies
communicates departmental goals, timelines, and milestones; lets people know what they need to accomplish; identifies project interdependencies and potential resource constraints; follows up with others to ensure they are on track to meet the targets
builds strong relationships with the global customers; stays aware of customer needs, concerns and satisfaction; responds promptly to customer questions and requests; effectively manages customer expectations
provide team/leaders with clear objectives and allows them to take ownership for their goals; gives people a mix of tasks that challenge but do not overwhelm them; acts as a resource people can utilize to help accomplish their goals
challenges the status quo; encourages people to question existing methods, practices, and assumptions; supports people in their efforts to try new things
invests time and resources into building the capabilities of his/her team; helps people define career goals and establish development plans to achieve them; gives people constructive, developmental feedback and advice
maintain performance levels as per the key performance indicators (kpi) assigned by the management
builds consensus across individuals with different viewpoints; helps people find common goals and interests; finds mutually agreeable