R2A Team Lead - Controllership

This role will primarily support management of day to day operational activities within the global Controllership team. This role will support the manager in executing operating plans such as putting controls in place to ensure quality and timeliness of output reporting gaps and recommending process improvements for more efficient service delivery.  The role will involve day to day management of the team to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards policies and procedures.

• Directly prepare and review complex journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations especially in high-risk or problematic areas.
• Performing period-end closing tasks and reconciliation.
• Actively investigate and resolve reconciliation issues aged items and unexplained variances.
• Identify and correct incorrect accounting entries or practices guiding team members and calling out risks where needed.
• Analyze and report exposure items and actively lead clean-up efforts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Work closely with the team on daily operational execution while mentoring them to elevate accuracy and efficiency.
• Work with internal stakeholders (FP&A audit tax regional controllers regional finance directors) to resolve accounting issues and support audit readiness.
• Maintain and improve internal controls by ensuring that proper documentation support and governance are in place.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions both independently and in partnership with process owners.
• Act as first level escalation point for questions and issue resolutions ensuring issues are addressed on a timely manner Responsible for escalating the issues further as and when necessary.
• Provide regular performance and operational progress reports to managers to ensure issues are being flagged on a timely manner and ensures performance/operational gaps are addressed.
• Responsible for the implementation of teams business continuity plan.
• Recommends resource planning solutions for changing resource loading and work volumes.
• Sets performance and behavioral expectations.  Conducts regular review provide feedback and coaching and other developmental training and learning opportunity plans to ensure the success of the individuals within the team. 
• Lead short term projects and supports medium to long term projects and contribute to long term initiatives planning.  
• Develop strong stakeholder relationship by ensuring escalations are managed effectively and proactively and elevating it further as and when necessary.
• Own and monitor adherence to the agreed Service level agreements and Productivity metrics of the team.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• CPA license is a plus but not required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in controllership role with at least 12 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP/IFRS) and controls.
• Proficiency in Oracle ERP and Blackline is essential.

Additional Information :

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage up and across.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various internal and external customers globally
• Ability to identify and evaluate problems determine resolutions through available information and technical expertise to provide applicable recommendations
• Ability to supervise and manage the day-to-day work assignments evaluate performance and provide feedback to direct reports.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time