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As the Senior Manager of the Record to Report (R2R) function at IHG Hotels & Resorts, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and efficient close processes. Your key responsibilities will include driving process excellence, leading a team of finance professionals, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial outcomes. You should possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. A major accounting qualification such as CA/CWA/CS/CPA/CIMA/CFA/MBA(F) is preferred. Additionally, you should have 10-15 years of progressive work-related experience in accounting and finance, focusing on R2R, post qualification. Demonstrated proficiency in multiple disciplines/processes related to the position and at least 6 years of experience managing people are required. Experience in designing and delivering process improvements involving technology is desirable, along with operational and working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and Accounting Standards. As a leader, you will need to exhibit strategic thinking, stakeholder management, change management, and transformation leadership. Your key accountabilities will include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the R2R function, managing closing activities and reporting timelines, and collaborating with other regional leaders to enhance processes and ways of working. Encouraging automation, implementing internal controls, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement are also vital aspects of the role. You will be responsible for creating, leading, coaching, and developing a highly motivated team with proper succession planning. Identifying and implementing best practices and automation opportunities to enhance R2R efficiency and effectiveness will be crucial. Leading transformation projects involving ERP system upgrades, shared services, or digital finance initiatives will also be part of your role. Key metrics for success in this role include accurate and timely reporting and closing, proper succession planning, clean audits and controls, maintaining CHB score in line with overall IHG results, a highly motivated team with minimum attrition, and bringing in new concepts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness through standardized processes. Your decision rights will involve managing all aspects of delivery in your regional process, prioritizing work, identifying opportunities for improvement, resource allocation, setting operational targets, and resolving process or customer issues. You will be expected to make decisions that positively impact the financials of IHG and external owner groups. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we value connections and believe in fostering a unique sense of belonging that supports productivity. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life, including room discounts, recharge days, volunteering opportunities, and support for wellbeing through our myWellbeing framework. We promote a unique and inclusive culture where there is always Room for You to belong, grow, and make a difference. If you believe you are a great fit for this role and are ready to contribute to our team, we encourage you to hit the "Apply" button and start your journey with us today.,
