Associate Vice President R2r(ca Is Mandatory)

Year    Delhi, India

Job Description


Company DescriptionWho we areWe are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm\'s global standards with in-depth local expertise.Whatever your area of expertise, you will find a range of career opportunities at Clifford Chance. And wherever you\'re heading, Clifford Chance is where you can be true to your ambitions.Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures and languages. In a world where commercial success increasingly relies on globalisation, we offer clients a truly international perspective, and we offer our people a rewarding and stimulating career.We\'re proud of our approachable, friendly and team-based way of working. Highly professional and self-assured, with an entrepreneurial streak, our people are more than happy to share their expertise and knowledge.Clifford Chance is a trailblazer in legal innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking strategies to redefine the practice of law. Joining our team means being at the forefront of legal evolution, working with a pioneering mindset to anticipate and navigate the challenges of an ever-changing legal landscape.Job OverviewA candidate with proven ability in delivering finance transformation/system replacement projects, alongside standardizing/streamlining processes and maintaining operational excellence will be an excellent match for the role.Who you will work withTo work with Clifford Chance heads of finance globally to set and maintain service levels and to deliver consistent operational excellenceWhat you will be responsible for

  • Team leading including, clear goal setting, coaching & mentoring of employees for contribution to the organizational objectives and personal development Build a high performing team, ensuring every team member has a development plan
  • Support finance transformation agenda and drive standardisation agenda ahead of replacement of practice management system through leading and contributing to global project teams. Provide input to the relevant Process Owners to create efficiencies through cross-region process standardisation
  • Lead and contribute to project teams to deliver priority projects to drive operational excellence. Develop & manage effective working relationships in the organization through clear communication and active participation in various forums
What you will do
  • Financial reporting oversight:
  • Finalisation & formulation of Company\'s Accounting policies in consultation with the Financial Controllers
  • Finalisation of quarterly & yearly financial statements and other reporting deliverables under IFRS standards are completed within the stipulated timelines.
  • Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements along with compliance with the applicable accounting standards. Board reporting and audit query management.
  • Ensure smooth completion of all audits and other compliances
  • Detailed analysis of monthly financials of the entities and Variance analysis before GL close.
  • Should have regular review of local and global changes wrt to Financial Reporting & compliances, applicability and implementation of the same.
  • To identify & recommend new Finance work that can be transitioned to the India Office to achieve the efficiency targets and lead transitions as & when required
  • Make recommendations for changes as needed and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed and establishes the proper techniques to discover and prevent fraud
  • Set team goals, establish and maintain robust feedback structure, conduct annual reviews, resolve people issues and control attrition
  • Establish strong controls, in line with the Internal audit and Statutory auditors recommendation i.e., all balance sheet recs prepared from India and offices should comply with the policy and provide evidence as to the health of the balances.
  • Maintaining \'Risk and Control Matrix\' for various processes - identifying key risks and mitigating controls
  • Up-Skill teams with domain expertise, maintain cross training in the team to avoid any challenge in meeting process continuity. Also, ensure adequate load balancing of tasks to enable an efficient execution of the month end activities
Teamwork & Motivational
  • Ability to manage a team and provide guidance and direction to the direct reports on work priorities and stakeholder management
  • Ability to make all members work as a team and contribute towards team goals, but equally be responsible for certain deliverables which need to be prepared independently and deliver results - driving teamwork and accountability
  • Foster an environment of learning, excellence and innovation within all aspects of team work
  • Training and development of the team - explore internal as well as external trainings for the team
  • Invest time in developing Personal Development Plans for the team members
  • Ability to ensure completion of multiple tasks against tight deadlines, prioritising and organising effectively
  • Resilient, energetic and enthusiastic
  • Able to cope with sustained pressure
  • Flexible and adaptable, responds rapidly to change
Your career experience so farQualifications & Experience:
  • CA with 12+ yrs of experience in Finance & Accounting, financial reporting, consolidation and analysis in a complex environment
  • Certification in Lean and/or Certification in / implementation Knowledge/projects of IFRS will be an added advantage.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience with general accounting, month end close procedures, reconciliations, eliminations and consolidations, internal reporting & analytics and working with external auditors
  • Conceptual and practical experience in researching, understanding and communicating technical accounting issues
  • Experience of handling reasonable sized teams, building a high performance team, while building the organisational culture and and developing the members
Skills:
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across organization and build strong relationships
  • Experience on General Ledger replacement projects will be an added advantage
  • Ability to understand the current process and suggest improvement areas as well as to standardize
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience with general accounting, month end close procedures, reconciliations, eliminations and consolidations, controls, internal reporting & analytics and working with external auditors
  • Strong knowledge of financial statements, including balance sheet & income statement, cash flows, variance analysis and ability to interpret relationships within financial results
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven environment
  • Expert knowledge of accounting systems (Preferably Oracle / HFM)
  • Must be highly self-motivated with strong initiative, accountability, and attention to detail with the ability to work independently
  • Ability to flex with changed business priorities and think strategically
QualificationsCA from ICAIAdditional InformationEqual opportunities statementAt Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.Find out more about our inclusive culture#LI-DNP

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3467734
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Delhi, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year