Record To Report Global Process Owner

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Process Leadership

• Lead and standardize the end-to-end Record to Report (R2R) process across all Shared Service Centers globally.
• Drive adoption of standardized R2R methodologies, minimizing regional customizations.

Strategic Collaboration

• Partner with Global Business Services (GBS) Shared Service Centers to implement process improvements aligned with business strategies.
• Collaborate with various departments (Accounting Operations, Controllers, Compliance, Internal Audit, PPI, Automation, IT) to enhance process operations.

Compliance & Controls

• Establish and maintain robust accounting controls within GBS Shared Services.
• Participate in the Efficiency Governance Program, attending weekly meetings with cross-functional teams.

Training & Development

• Ensure operations teams are well-trained in policies, procedures, and systems.

Technology Enablement

• Support the design and improvement of technology solutions, collaborating with business and technology partners.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze business requirements, evaluate design options, and identify opportunities for process simplification and standardization.

Process Oversight & Performance

• Oversee process stabilization post-implementation.
• Make key decisions on process deviations and approve necessary changes.
• Identify and address operational inefficiencies, review critical metrics monthly, track root causes of service deficiencies, and oversee remediation efforts.

Innovation & Improvement

• Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency, effectiveness, and performance.
• Refine and optimize R2R workflows.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Engage with relevant collaborators to efficiently meet business needs while aligning with organizational goals.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience in finance or accounting, with 3-5 years in a Shared Services structure.
• Proactive leadership with strong multitasking and collaboration skills.
• Strategic decision-making with a broad perspective and attention to detail.
• Experience with large-scale technology implementations and cross-functional projects.
• Ability to inspire change, influence teams, and maintain motivation.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and engagement skills with senior management.
• Business insight to align Finance objectives with broader company goals.

Location & Travel Requirements:

• No relocation required; travel approximately 10%, with more frequent travel initially.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific:

Join a team dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer through science. We value innovation, quality, and collaboration, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.