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