Assistant Manager - Record to Report (R2R)

Michelin Reifenwerke AG & Co. KGaA; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelin Reifenwerke AG & Co. KGaA in Pune region seeks an Assistant Manager – Record to Report to manage end-to-end R2R, General Ledger, and financial reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely close and adherence to internal controls.

The role requires strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive process improvements and automation while supporting audits.

Qualifications

• CA/CMA preferred.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration.
• Professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end R2R activities, including General Ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and financial 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 reporting.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany, fixed assets, and inventory accounting; ensure accuracy.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, local statutes, and internal controls; monitor audit observations.
• Identify opportunities for process standardization, simplification, and automation within the R2R function.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery; support ERP enhancements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues; coach and mentor team members.

Skills

General Ledger

Record-to-Report

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

CA/CMA preferred

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration

Professional accounting qualification advantageous

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

HFM/Hyperion/OneStream/BlackLine

Job description

Assistant Manager - Record to Report (R2R)

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MISSION :

Manage end-to-end Record-to-Report (R2R), General Ledger, and financial reporting activities,

ensuring accurate and timely financial close, compliance with accounting standards and internal

controls, and supporting audits, stakeholder management, process improvement, automation, and

high-quality financial reporting across the organization

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager – Record to Report (R2R) is responsible for managing end-to-end General Ledger and financial reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial close, compliance with accounting standards, and adherence to internal controls. The role will drive process excellence, support audits, manage stakeholder relationships, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure the delivery of high-quality financial reporting across the organization.

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).

Job Title Assistant Manager – Record to Report

Job Level N Location PNI

Job Description

• 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 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 4-5 years of experience in General Ledger, Record-to-Report, or Financial Accounting functions.
• Experience in Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), or Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) 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 trans