About Company
The company operates in the entertainment industry, providing end-to-end creative and technical outsourcing services.
Job Description
Job Summary :
We are seeking a seasoned Accounting Manager (Shared Services) to lead and manage critical accounting and finance operations including Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Banking across our 13+ global entities spanning the US, UK, Europe, and India. The ideal candidate will bring a strong process-driven approach and hands-on experience from the IT Services or BPO industry, capable of operating in a high-volume, fast-paced shared services environment. This role is crucial to ensuring financial compliance, process standardization, and service excellence across global finance operations.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Accounts Payable (AP) :
- Manage end-to-end AP cycle for global operations, ensuring timely invoice processing, vendor payments, and compliance with procurement policies
- Monitor AP aging, resolve discrepancies, and manage global vendor relationships
- Prepare, present reports on AP metrics to senior management and analyze AP data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Work with General Accounting Manager to ensure that expenses are coded to the correct account code.
2. Payroll Management :
Ensure accurate and timely payroll execution across geographies in collaboration with HR and third-party payroll providersComply with local statutory payroll regulations including local benefitsValidate time sheets and reconcile paid and billable time and ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll processing in a timely manner.Provide global oversight on appropriate spending practices on salaries and related expensesEnsure proper inputs are created for journal entries in the manner that suits the requirements of different entities.Ensure proper accruals and charge for holidays and vacation time3. Bank Transactions :
Proper application of cash and coding of all banking transactionsDaily reconciliation of banks and book balancesEnsuring that all reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis4. Global Shared Services Oversight :
Ensure standardized finance processes across 13 or more global entitiesCoordinate with regional partners to support audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting5. Cross-train on AR and invoicing process
6. Process Excellence & Controls :
Ensure accurate documentation of processes and Standard operating proceduresDrive continuous process improvement and optimize productivityInitiate cross training across all functionsStrengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness across AP, payroll, and treasury functionsKey Requirements :
experience in a shared services or global finance operations environment, within the IT Services or BPO industryReports To : Director – FinanceMinimum of 4 years experience as a ManagerQualification : Graduate / Postgraduate in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (CA not mandatory)Proven track record in process mapping, process improvement and six sigma certification preferred.Experience in handling multiple processes end-to-end as stated under key responsibilitiesAbility to understand the nuanced differences in the implementation of processes across entities with different regulatory requirements and different reporting and classification normsExcellent stakeholder management skills, including working with onshore and offshore teamsStrong analytical, process-oriented, and communication skillsExcellent English verbal and written skills and ability to communicate effectively with North American and European stakeholdersFamiliarity with MS Excel. Advanced skills with Excel shortcuts preferredExperience working with SAGE is a plus