Finance Head

Finance Head - J49977

Role & responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly close process in adherence with Staples Inc. close timeline. Ensure monthly trial balance is accurate, complete and reported timely to Staples Inc.

• Provide support to Staples Financial Planning Team providing input to Financial budgets and forecasts as required.

• Provide analysis of results such as explanation for material month over month fluctuations of financial results.

• Oversee preparations and review of balance sheets reconciliations

• Manage the accounts payable and employee expense reimbursements process

• Prepare and manage inter company transfer pricing billing process with the parent companies

• Manage cash flow and all treasury functions reviewing daily cash activity, approving wires/payments, ensure all bank accounts are reconciled to GL monthly and providing cash flow forecasts

• Oversee payroll processing in conjunction with HR and recording of payroll activity and benefits to GL

• Provide audit support for Statutory audit and Tax requirements in India

• Review and approve the final direct and indirect tax returns prepared by providers

• Oversee day to day finance activities with out outside service providers.

• Ensure appropriate internal controls are appropriately designed and are operating effectively

• Maintain documentation of key controls

• Ability to set up and scale new accounting processes under direction of Staples Inc.

• Serve as main point of contact for any accounting planning, treasury and tax questions from Staples Inc.

• Provide financial support and insight to local leaders

• Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to associates

Requirements

Skills/Competencies & Certification Requirements

• 10-15 years of Accounting Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CBA) with degree in accounting preferred.

• Highly motivated

• Ability to work independently

• Strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills

• Ability to lead a small team

• Strong communication skills and ability to summarize issues.