Senior Manager - AP, AR & Reconciliations

As the Senior Manager of AP, AR, and Reconciliations at e.l.f. Beauty, Inc., you will oversee these essential financial functions to ensure accurate and timely execution of processes. Your role will involve leading a team of Accounting Professionals and collaborating closely with Vendors and Business units to uphold strong controls, compliance, and mutually beneficial relationships. Your key responsibilities will include: - Ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and external regulatory requirements such as GST, TDS, and SOX. - Implementing process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce errors. - Coordinating month-end and year-end closing activities for the AP function, including accruals and reconciliations, and working during US PST Hours for closing. - Collaborating with internal and external auditors during audits, driving system improvements, and participating in ERP enhancements or implementations. - Providing leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the AP team. In terms of Accounts Receivable (AR), you will: - Monitor AR aging, provide strategic directions to improve collection rates, and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). - Review AR performance metrics and present insights to executive leadership. - Analyze and resolve complex customer and vendor deductions for Deductions Management (AR). - Develop and implement policies and workflows for deduction processing. - Monitor deduction trends, develop reporting mechanisms, and track financial impact to improve recovery rates. For Cash Reconciliations, your responsibilities will include: - Overseeing the cash reconciliation process to ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of bank accounts with internal records. - Reviewing reconciliation reports, investigating variances, and collaborating with treasury and accounting teams to optimize cash management practices. - Ensuring compliance with audit requirements and supporting month-end and year-end close activities related to cash and banking. To qualify for this role, you should have: - A Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, with a preference for CA/MBA. - 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, particularly in AP, AR, and Reconciliations. - Proven leadership experience managing medium to large teams. - Strong knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP, and exceptional understanding of accounting principles. - Relevant tax regulations such as US GAAP, strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - High level of integrity and attention to detail. Key competencies for this role include: - Leadership & Team Management - Financial Acumen - Process Improvement - Attention to Detail - Communication & Stakeholder Management - Time Management & Prioritization This job description offers a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position and is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisor's discretion. Your privacy will be respected as per e.l.f. Beauty's Job Applicant Privacy Notice available on their website.,