Global Process Owner R2R

Job Summary

The End-to-End Record to Report (R2R) Global Process Owner (GPO) is accountable for designing owning and continuously improving NIQs global R2R process landscapespanning accounting policy through consolidated reporting and close. The role ensures data accuracy consistency and compliance with global standards (US GAAP/IFRS) while driving standardization automation and scalability across markets and delivery centers.

As a key member of the Finance Operations / Global Shared Services leadership team the GPO partners closely with Corporate Accounting (CAO Office) Corporate Controllership the R2R Service Delivery Lead (SDL) Corporate Audit Services (CAS) Knowledge Management Training & Development and Technology/ERP teams to deliver a timely accurate and well-controlled close and consolidation.

Role Context & Reporting

• Location: Pune India (global scope collaboration across all NIQ regions and shared service centers)
• Department: Finance Operations (R2R) Global Shared Services (GBS).
• Reporting: Member of Finance Operations leadership; works in close partnership with CAO/Controllership and R2R Service Delivery leadership.

1) End-to-End R2R Strategy & Governance

• Define the end-to-end R2R process vision strategy and global governance model; own process design standardization and continuous improvement across people process data and technology.
• Lead and directly manage a global organization of business process experts; drive resource planning and prioritize a portfolio of transformation programs (including ERP/EPM initiatives).
• Establish and track performance via a standard suite of R2R metrics; ensure benefits realization and benchmark against industry standards.

2) Consolidations & Financial Close Ownership

• Lead global standardization and optimization of consolidations and close to improve efficiency accuracy and compliance across entities.
• Integrate and scale enabling technologies (e.g. OneStream RPA) to streamline consolidation activities; develop and maintain consolidation models and templates.
• Partner with the Service Delivery Lead (SDL) for Consolidations to ensure customer-centric efficient and timely close outcomes.

3) Data Governance & Reporting Standards

• Own data integrity and consistency for consolidation and financial reporting; enhance data governance practices and master data discipline.
• Stay current with US GAAP and emerging accounting/reporting standards; ensure robust treatment of intercompany transactions and consolidation eliminations.
• Continuously assess and report on data quality and process performance across global entities.

4) Technology ERP/EPM & Automation

• Shape and deliver ERP/EPM strategy (e.g. SAP for R2R OneStream for consolidations); simplify and consolidate platforms (liquid solutions) to improve integration and value flow.
• Maintain an effective IT/system configuration to support consolidation and R2R processes; identify and execute automation opportunities.
• Collaborate with IT/Enterprise Architecture to ensure scalability standardization and control-by-design in system workflows.

5) Compliance Controls & Audit

• Ensure full compliance with NIQs Internal Controls Framework including SOX requirements; embed controls into end-to-end process design.
• Liaise with Corporate Audit Services (CAS) and control specialists to sustain strong R2R and consolidation control health.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits; remediate issues and continuously strengthen the control environment.

6) Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance leadership CAO/Controllership Corporate Accounting Service Delivery and market finance teams.
• Align priorities between global regional and local teams; ensure transparent decision-making and enterprise-wide communication.
• Engage with external partners (e.g. BPO providers) to ensure service quality and continuous improvement.

7) Service Delivery Operations & Performance

• Partner with the R2R Service Delivery Lead to monitor delivery objectives SLAs and experience outcomes (EX/CX).
• Ensure SOPs and Desktop Procedures (DTPs) are current; coordinate with Knowledge Management and Training & Development on rollout and adoption.
• Drive process stabilization standard work and operational excellence in shared services and in-market teams.

8) Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead process change and optimization initiatives end-to-end; prioritize cost reduction quality improvement and cycle time reduction.
• Work closely with the Strategic Shared Services Enablement/Continuous Improvement function to standardize finance process architecture protocols and governance mechanics.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through coaching training and recognition.

9) Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to teams involved in consolidation and reporting; coach high-performing global teams.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and quality audits; resolve discrepancies and build capability through targeted training.
• Promote a high Employee Experience (EX) and superior Customer Experience (CX).

10) Cross-Functional Alignment

• Design and implement standardized efficient ways of working across general financial accounting streams and coordinate closely with OTC where process intersections exist.
• Align with Tax Statutory Reporting Treasury and FP&A on data and close dependencies to ensure an integrated financial calendar.

End-to-End Process Governance Expected Outcomes

• Greater transparency into end-to-end processes.
• Higher process standardization globally.
• More sustainable process improvements.
• Improved process controls.
• Streamlined and faster decision making.
• Greater transparency and clarity in enterprise-wide communication/collaboration.
• Better-managed system and technology strategies.
• Consistent data structure and improved data quality.

Qualifications :

Education & Certification:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) /CPA/ACCA preferred

Experience:

• 1520 years in R2R leadership and finance operations within multinational environments; demonstrated consolidations ownership.
• Proven experience leading ERP/EPM transformations and managing Business Process Outsourcers (BPO).
• Proven ownership of consolidations and close cycles.
• ERP/EPM transformation leadership (SAP OneStream).

Technical:

• Deep SAP R2R knowledge (mandatory); hands-on with consolidation/EPM platforms (e.g. OneStream).
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS intercompany and consolidation accounting; familiarity with SOX/internal controls.
• Exposure to statutory financial statement preparation and Direct/Indirect Tax is desirable.

Leadership & Attributes:

• Executive presence with the ability to drive sustainable global change and influence senior stakeholders.
• Action-oriented; strong relationship builder; capable of rapid constructive change in complex environments.
• Customer-focused results-oriented proactive and innovative with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication stakeholder management and time-management capabilities; high attention to detail.

Success Measures (Illustrative KPIs)

• On-time global close and consolidation; reduction in close cycle time.
• Control effectiveness (SOX/CAS findings) audit issue remediation timeliness.
• Data quality (master data integrity intercompany mismatch resolution cycle time).
• Automation rate touchless journal %; ERP/EPM adoption and standardization levels.
• Cost-to-serve and productivity improvements; process stability and variance reduction.
• Employee engagement and Customer Experience scores (EX/CX).

Additional Information :

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process including résumé screening candidate assessments interview scheduling job matching communication support and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQs principles of fairness transparency human oversight and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions require accommodations or wish to request human review were permitted by law please contact your local HR representative. For more information please visit NIQs AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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