Assistant Manager – Record to Record

Michelin Oy; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelin is seeking an Assistant Manager – Record to Record in Pune to lead end-to-end R2R, including GL accounting, journals, accruals, and reconciliations. You will ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, support monthly/ quarterly closes, and drive process improvements within a global shared services framework.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in GL/R2R, exposure to SAP/Oracle, and strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• CA/CMA/CA Inter preferred with degree in Accounting/Finance.
• 3–5 years of experience in General Ledger, R2R, or Financial Accounting functions.
• Experience in Shared Services or GCC environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Record to Report activities including GL accounting, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings with deadlines and quality standards.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany activity, and inventory accounting.
• Support IFRS/GAAP compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and ERP enhancements.

Skills

General Ledger

R2R processes

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

CA / CMA / CA Inter preferred

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

HFM/Hyperion

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Assistant Manager – Record to Record

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Record to Report Operations

• Manage end-to-end R2R activities, including General Ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ensure General Ledger transactions comply with Group policies, local statutory requirements, accounting standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain the integrity of financial records and supporting documentation.

Financial Close and Reporting

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
• Review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting through consolidation and reporting tools such as HFM/SURF or equivalent systems.
• Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances and unusual transactions.

Balance Sheet Reconciliations and Controls

• Oversee preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and account substantiation.
• Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items and aging balances.
• Drive compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance requirements.
• Identify process risks and implement corrective actions to strengthen the control environment.

Fixed Assets, Intercompany, and Inventory Accounting

• Oversee fixed asset accounting activities, including capitalization, depreciation, asset transfers, and disposals.
• Review and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, ensuring timely issue resolution and settlement.
• Ensure accurate accounting and reconciliation of inventory balances and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
• Support revenue recognition activities in compliance with IFRS/GAAP requirements.

Audit and Compliance

• Coordinate and support internal and external audits by ensuring timely availability of documentation and responses.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, local statutory requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor audit observations and drive closure of corrective actions.

Process Improvement and Automation

• Identify opportunities for process standardization, simplification, and automation within the R2R function.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.
• Support implementation of automation solutions, ERP enhancements, and transformation projects.
• Drive best practices across accounting and reporting processes.

Stakeholder and Team Management

• Partner with Business Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Supply Chain, Shared Services, and external stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
• Act as a key contact for escalations related to financial reporting and accounting matters.
• Support, coach, and mentor team members to enhance capability and performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and process excellence.

Educational Requirements

CA / CMA / CA Inter preferred. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration.

Professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in General Ledger, Record-to-Report, or Financial Accounting functions.
• Experience in Shared Services, Global Business Services, or Business Process Outsourcing, Global Capabilities Center (GCC) environments is preferred.
• Experience in managing month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and stakeholder interactions.

Required Competencies

• Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting and Record-to-Report processes.
• Sound understanding of IFRS, GAAP, and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial review skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Leadership and team development capabilities.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on controls and operational excellence.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, or similar platforms.
• Experience with financial reporting and consolidation tools such as HFM, Hyperion, OneStream, or BlackLine.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Exposure to process automation, RPA, Power BI, and digital transformation initiatives.

Michelin, the leading tire company, is dedicated to sustainably improving the mobility of goods and people by manufacturing and marketing tires and services for every type of vehicle, including airplanes, automobiles, bicycles/motorcycles, earthmovers, farm equipment and trucks. It also offers digital mobility support services and publishes travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, maps and road atlases. Headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in more than 170 countries, has 111,200 employees and operates 67 production plants in 17 different countries. Michelin has a Technology Center in charge of research and development, with operations in Europe, North America and Asia. In short, whether you look at our mission, our products or our people, Michelin is a company that truly helps you to move forward... Visit our website to discover more about us www.michelin.com