Deputy General Manager-accounting, Reporting

About VOIS VOIS Vodafone Intelligent Solutions is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries and operating from 7 locations Albania Egypt Hungary India Romania Spain and the UK Over 29 000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group s partner of choice for talent technology and transformation We deliver the best services across IT Business Intelligence Services Customer Operations Business Operations HR Finance Supply Chain HR Operations and many more Established in 2006 VOIS has evolved into a global multi-functional organisation a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone About VOIS India VOIS Vodafone Intelligent Solutions is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries and operating from 7 locations Albania Egypt Hungary India Romania Spain and the UK Over 29 000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group s partner of choice for talent technology and transformation We deliver the best services across IT Business Intelligence Services Customer Operations Business Operations HR Finance Supply Chain HR Operations and many more Established in 2006 VOIS has evolved into a global multi-functional organisation a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone Who you are Balance Sheet Controls Maintain appropriate financial control including overall responsibility of balance sheet control ensuring every account is reconciled and reviewed and developing governance and controls across the balance sheet Analysis and Insights Understanding and interpretation of the financial accounting and reporting inputs and outputs of Group Enterprise Identifying Early Warnings and Risks Consideration of accounting for legal contractual and constructive obligations and relationships Complete MIS of all Balance Sheet Reconciliations Produce and present high quality consolidated balance sheet information for presentation into key stakeholders MIS of Controls Participate in the operation and documentation of key controls over the balance sheet and profit and loss account Managing Verifying Testing and Coordinating with the Controls Team Support in driving improvement in processes and controls with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness leveraging key systems ensure strong SOX-compliant control environment Quarterly Financial Certification Work Support the quarterly financial and non-financial certification process Month End Close Monitoring the Month End Close process and highlight any deviations and drive relevant improvements Coordination with Senior Stakeholders Group Market Finance Teams and HoFOs You will play a key role in liaising with many stakeholders in the business including the Group Reporting teams LCS Finance business support teams HoFOs and all CSO teams Automation and Digitization Implement and manage automation tools and digital solutions to streamline financial processes enhance data accuracy and improve efficiency This includes leveraging robotic process automation RPA and other digital technologies to automate routine tasks and reporting Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations This includes staying updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in finance automation and digitization Data Management and Reporting Ensure accurate and timely data management and reporting utilizing advanced data analytics tools to generate insights and support decision-making processes Compliance and Governance Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards and maintain strong governance practices across all financial activities Data Controller Aggregates and provides relevant accurate and timely financial and management information to relevant stakeholders Leadership skills and experience in managing non reporting teams in a complex and changing dynamic operating environment Act as a business consultant in terms of the financial accounting process KPI s Process Performance management Collection of KPI metrics and investigating the problem areas and presenting these reports to the Finance community i Hub level reports ii CFO Reports for the LM s What is in for you Core competencies knowledge and experience Essential Technical Accounting Knowledge Strong technical accounting background including thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards IFRS Communication Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills within multiple levels of organization Analytical Skills Applied thinker - using initiative to overcome challenges Time Management Ability to prioritise and manage time efficiently Stakeholder Management Strong communicator with the ability to manage stakeholders non-direct reports effectively to implement changes Digital Proficiency Proficient in the use of automation tools digital technologies and data analytics software Experience Qualification Professional Qualification ACCA ACA qualified 15 years or any other appropriate professional qualification in financial accounting and reporting of a global organization is preferred Experience Breadth of progressive experience including audit training in professional firm and post qualification experience in Industry Technical Proficiency Proficient in use of SAP or similar and MS Office associated software and new age tools Experience in a role with strong impact without authority e g project management functional dotted line matrix cross locational team management is desirable Key attributes are the ability to conceptualize visualize ideate and think out of the box Resilient self-confidence and self-assurance Experience in dealing with persons of other nationalities is as added advantage Attention to detail and sound understanding of the absolute necessity of compliance with policies standards and the criticality of an effective controls framework Experience in the Telecom industry is as added advantage What s in it for you Essential Technical Accounting Knowledge Strong technical accounting background including thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards IFRS Communication Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills within multiple levels of organization Analytical Skills Applied thinker - using initiative to overcome challenges Time Management Ability to prioritise and manage time efficiently Stakeholder Management Strong communicator with the ability to manage stakeholders non-direct reports effectively to implement changes Digital Proficiency Proficient in the use of automation tools digital technologies and data analytics software Experience Qualification Experience Qualification Professional Qualification ACCA ACA qualified 15 years or any other appropriate professional qualification in financial accounting and reporting of a global organization is preferred Experience Breadth of progressive experience including audit training in professional firm and post qualification experience in Industry Technical Proficiency Proficient in use of SAP or similar and MS Office associated software and new age tools Experience in a role with strong impact without authority e g project management functional dotted line matrix cross locational team management is desirable Key attributes are the ability to conceptualize visualize ideate and think out of the box Resilient self-confidence and self-assurance Experience in dealing with persons of other nationalities is as added advantage Attention to detail and sound understanding of the absolute necessity of compliance with policies standards and the criticality of an effective controls framework Experience in the Telecom industry is as added advantage VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment VOIS is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We celebrate differences and we welcome and value diverse people and insights We believe that being authentically human and inclusive powers our employees growth and enables them to create a positive impact on themselves and society We do not discriminate based on age colour gender including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions gender identity gender expression national origin race religion sexual orientation status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics As a result of living and breathing our commitment our employees have helped us get certified as a Great Place to Work in India for four years running We have been also highlighted among the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Millennials Equity and Inclusion Top 50 Best Workplaces for Women Top 25 Best Workplaces in IT IT-BPM and 10th Overall Best Workplaces in India by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2024 These achievements position us among a select group of trustworthy and high-performing companies which put their employees at the heart of everything they do By joining us you are part of our commitment We look forward to welcoming you into our family which represents a variety of cultures backgrounds perspectives and skills Apply now and we ll be in touch Vodafone is committed to attracting developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey