Tower Head- Record to Report

Job Description:

Tower Head - Record to Report will lead the global R2R function of 150+ people managing activities around Journals, MEC , Fixed Assets, Intercompany, Consolidation ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across all entities. This role is responsible for driving process excellence, automation, and standardization within the R2R domain, while partnering with stakeholders to deliver strategic business insights.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership & Strategy
Define and execute the global R2R strategy aligned with organizational goals
Lead a team of managers and analysts across multiple geographies
Drive continuous improvement, automation, and best practices in R2R processes
Operational Excellence
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and local statutory requirements
Manage global chart of accounts, intercompany reconciliations, and consolidation processes
Governance & Compliance
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure SOX compliance
Partner with internal audit and external auditors for smooth audits
Technology & Transformation
Drive ERP optimization and digital transformation initiatives within R2R.
Implement automation tools for reconciliations and reporting
Managed improvement projects around MEC days reduction, Agentic AI implementation
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Strategic Thinking
Aligns financial strategies with long-term business goals
Anticipates future trends and integrates them into planning and decision-making
Balances short-term performance with long-term sustainability
Leadership & Influence
Inspires and motivates cross-functional teams
Builds trust and credibility with senior stakeholders
Drives change and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Analytical Rigor
Applies structured thinking to complex financial and operational challenges
Uses data to generate insights and guide decisions
Maintains high standards of accuracy and attention to detail
Business Acumen
Understands the steel manufacturing value chain and cost drivers
Connects financial metrics to operational realities
Makes decisions that optimize profitability and efficiency
Collaboration & Communication
Communicates financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Works effectively across departments, cultures, and geographies
Listens actively and adapts communication style to the audience
Resilience & Adaptability
Manages pressure and ambiguity in a dynamic industrial environment
Responds constructively to setbacks and challenges
Adapts quickly to changing priorities and business needs
Ethics & Integrity
Upholds transparency, compliance, and ethical standards
Ensures financial practices align with corporate governance
Acts as a role model for responsible leadership
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Advanced proficiency in SAP, Excel
Fluent in English, both spoken and written
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Advanced proficiency in SAP, Excel
Fluent in English, both spoken and written

REQUIREMENTS
Chartered or Cost Accountancy
15+ years of experience in a similar role