Job Summary
This role drives accounting activities, leading multiple process workstreams through exploration, gap analysis, integration planning, execution, and problem‑solving. It involves identifying finance‑related risks, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to mitigate them, discussing finance and accounting concepts across the organization, and influencing execution through strong interpersonal skills. The role also proactively engages in resolving potential conflicts between Finance and non‑Finance functions.
Essential Responsibilities
Lead several process workstreams through explorations, gap analysis, integration planning, execution, and problem solving
Identify finance‑related risks and partner with cross‑functional teams to mitigate the identified risks
Discuss finance/accounting concepts with others across the organization
Lead and drive execution of plans and influence where you do not have direct authority through strong interpersonal skills
Proactively engage, evaluate, and drive resolution of potential conflicts between various Finance and non‑Finance functions
Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Work collaboratively with workstream leads and subject matter experts to arrive at risk‑based approaches related to tactical execution steps
Comfort with problem solving and creative solutioning
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications
The Manager, Controller is the financial steward for a portfolio of European Corporate entities. The role is accountable for financial integrity, statutory and regulatory compliance, entity governance, and the operation of a strong control environment. It leads the Controllership CoE in India, providing second‑level review, oversight, and final sign‑off on financial reporting, controls, audits, and compliance outcomes. It also partners with the Tax CoE in Ireland/India to ensure statutory requirements are met. The Manager represents Finance with Boards, local leadership, and worker councils, providing risk‑based insights and ensuring adherence to statutory, fiscal, and regulatory obligations.
Key Stakeholders
Finance:
EU Controller & CFO
Global Accounting, Controllership, FP&A, Treasury, Tax & Tax CoE
Internal Audit, SOX, Risk Management
Cross‑Functional:
Worker councils, local management, board members
Program and transformation offices
External:
External auditors
Statutory accounting vendors
Local statutory agents and regulators
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
5+ years of controllership, accounting, and/or Big4 audit experience
Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP
Experience in external audits and internal controls
Ability to collaborate across functions, internationally, and influence without authority
Strong analytical and communication skills, including presentations to Management and Boards
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications
ACCA, CPA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent
Experience leading remote or geographically distributed teams
Experience with SAP/S4HANA or ERP transformations
Background in financial services or payments
Understanding of tax, transfer pricing, and capital/funding frameworks
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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