Regional Accounting Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regional Financial Reporting & Closing.

-Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes for all entities within the region.

-Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated regional financial statements in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory requirements.

-Analyze complex variances (Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast) and present actionable financial insights to senior management.

-Oversee intercompany transactions, transfer pricing alignment, and multi-currency reconciliations.

2. Compliance, Tax & Statutory Audit

-Direct the preparation and coordination of annual internal and external audits across the region.

-Ensure strict adherence to regional tax regulations, statutory filings, corporate tax returns, VAT/GST, and transfer pricing guidelines.

-Partner with local tax advisors, legal counsels, and external audit firms to maintain regional regulatory compliance.

3. Financial Systems & Process Improvement

-Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement of accounting workflows across regional offices.

-Lead or support ERP implementations, upgrades, and system integrations (e.g., SAP, ODOO, Oracle).

4. Internal Controls & Risk Management

-Identify financial risks across regional operations and establish proactive risk-mitigation procedures.

-Ensure balance sheet reviews and monthly account reconciliations are executed with high precision.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Master’s degree (MBA/MSA) preferred.

• Certifications: CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent active professional accounting license required.

• Experience: 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3–5 years in managerial role and manufacturing background.

• Strong background in multi-currency reporting, intercompany eliminations, and consolidation.

• Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS and local statutory accounting regulations and advanced Microsoft Excel.

• Language Skills: Proficiency in regional languages (if applicable for international regions).

• Travel Willingness: Ability to travel periodically (10–25%) to regional offices, plants, or corporate headquarters.