General Accounting - Subject Matter Expert

Introduction

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Your Role And Responsibilities

The Processing Lead is responsible for both executing and overseeing the full RTR cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, intercompany transactions, financial reporting, tax accounting, and month-end close. This role blends hands-on processing expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise daily RTR activities across all process areas.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Maintain and enhance GL systems and accounting platforms.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies in account reconciliations.
• Process and oversee intercompany transactions and settlements.
• Ensure proper processing, tracking and reporting of inventory, costs, fixed assets, and project expenses.
• Support tax accounting, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Process and coordinate monthly close and consolidation activities.
• Prepare financial and management reports for stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to meet team and business objectives.
• Set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide coaching and feedback, together with team lead.
• Work with team lead to optimize resource allocation and drive team productivity.
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.
• Lead change initiatives and ensure smooth transitions.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Present regular updates on team performance and achievements.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement automation and standardization solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support CI targets.
• Use data analytics to provide insights and recommendations for process enhancements.
• Simplify and streamline RTR processes for greater effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and legal regulations.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain up-to-date escalation matrices and Desk Top Procedures.
• Track and report SLAs and key performance indicators.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, preferably CPA, or Finance, Business, Economics, or related field with relevant RTR Experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in Finance and Accounting, including:
• At least 4 years in General Accounting
• At least 4 years in a BPO setting
• Minimum 2 years in People Management, is a plus
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and RTR processes.
• Expertise in journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and relationship-building skills.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven experience in supervisory roles and team leadership, is a plus.