Manager of Accounting

Job Description
Manager of Accounting
London
Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hybrid (three days in office per week and two days work from home)
The Central Accounting Services (CAS) Manager is responsible for building global consistency across a variety of subjects to support stakeholders' needs in the areas of external reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal strategic decision-making. This role is critical to the finance department's ability to join financial data globally from a variety of systems and locations. The CAS Manager collaborates closely with regional and global financial operations, corporate finance, and global business process owners' to drive alignment on core finance matters.
Some of the things you will be doing:

• Process Assessment and Improvement:
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for enhancement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, analyze workflows, and develop actionable recommendations for process optimization.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of continuous improvement and empower employees to contribute to process enhancement efforts.
• Global Coordination
  • Coordinate and manage cross-border projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with global strategies and objectives across multiple regions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for international teams, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to achieve project goals.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across various countries, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared accountability.
• Control Execution and Review:
  • Implement and oversee control processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Conduct regular reviews and audits of control activities to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments to develop and refine control frameworks, ensuring alignment with department objectives and risk management strategies.
  • Analyze control performance metrics and prepare detailed reports for management, highlighting findings, trends, and recommendations for enhancements.
• Stakeholder Point of Contact
  • Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders and financial operations, ensuring clear communication and understanding of goals, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, actively engaging them in discussions to gather feedback, address concerns, and align expectations.
  • Coordinate stakeholder meetings, presentations, and updates, effectively communicating project status, risks, and opportunities for collaboration.
  • Identify and analyze stakeholder needs and interests, leveraging insights to enhance project outcomes and drive stakeholder satisfaction.

Example Subject Matter Areas:

• Intercompany
• Fixed Assets
• Employee Expenses
• Balance Sheet Controls

What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 7+ years of relevant experience in financial reporting, controls, and technical accounting
• Knowledge of US GAAP and experience with local reporting standards (e.g., IFRS).
• Experience with financial close, consolidation, and multi-entity reporting.
• Ability to uphold financial controls and ensure corporate policy compliance.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, EPM) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional environments.

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About Us
CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®
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CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers.
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Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.