Record to Report Workstream Lead

A growing global organisation is seeking a Record to Report (R2R) Workstream Lead to take ownership of the design and execution of R2R initiatives supporting finance projects. This senior role is responsible for standardising and optimising record-to-report processes across multiple entities, driving efficiency, consistency, and control in accounting operations.

The successful candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert in R2R processes, contributing to system rollouts, ensuring robust controls, and supporting project delivery through close collaboration with the Programme Management Office.

Key Responsibilities

Own the design of the target operating model for record-to-report processes across all business units

Define process taxonomy, standardised KPIs, and reporting frameworks for R2R, ensuring consistency and control across sites

Lead the design and execution of workstream initiatives to achieve operational and financial objectives

Identify interdependencies, risks, issues, and resource requirements, and ensure these are effectively managed and mitigated

Support system rollout programmes, ensuring standardised processes, controls, and ways of working are applied consistently

Plan the multi-year R2R roadmap, ensuring projects are appropriately approved and adhere to project management standards

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of R2R processes

Ensure effective change management, communications, and stakeholder engagement for all projects within the workstream

Candidate Profile

Professionally qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent, with strong post-qualification experience

Extensive experience in record-to-report or process optimisation projects

Proven ability to lead complex initiatives across multiple business units and geographies

Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to risk management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at senior levels

On offer

Market leading salary

Performance related bonus

Hybrid working

Flexible benefits