Basic Function
The Manager will be responsible for directly supporting the Director of Accounting focusing on standardization, harmonization and process improvements related to the accounting process and procedures as well as lead key initiatives related the FSS strategic plan, Corporate Accounting policy changes (ex.: Software development, IFRS 15 Revenue Recognition rules application and related analysis) and Operational streamlining across the FSS organization.
The successful candidate will have a partnership role to 2 Health Business units and primary contact to the Business Finance group in NA. In this role, the Manager will operate in a matrix environment in conjunction with the FSS accounting staff to ensure the Health NA financial books of records are closed and reported timely, accurately and completely each month. In addition will ensure the Balance Sheet accounts are reconciled timely and in proper order to meet the internal and external audit requirements. The Manager will proactively engage with the Health NA business leaders to address requests for accounting policy interpretation, system implementation and integrations and may be called upon to support M&A activities. In consultation with the Director of AR, the tax and unclaimed property teams and the Manager of AP, the Manager will assist in resolving day to day operational issues impacting the FSS Accounting organization as they relate to achieving or exceeding agreed to service levels.
This position is critical to the overall accounting and control environment of FSS and the Health NA Division to enable Wolters Kluwer to achieve its goals and objectives.
Essential Duties and responsibilities
Ensure the timely and accurate recording and reporting of financial information (P&L, B/S and Cash flow) on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis (per IFRS) for Wolters Kluwer Health NA Division and business units
Ensure Balance Sheet accounts are reconciled and outstanding issues resolved on a timely basis
Partner, manage and mentor the outsourced offshore R2R team to ensure consistency and quality of service provision is maintained
Manage intercompany matching and reconciliation process each month as part of the month end close
Identify, document and implement process improvements to ensure sustainable controls are embedded in each financial process
Coordinate/lead cross Business Unit /Cross FSS teams to ensure standardized processes are developed and deployed for consistency and quality of financials and related supporting analysis
Coordinate/support system implementations to ensure cost effective migration, time schedule and a sustained control environment
Identify and implement process improvements to improve the month-end close cycle, reduce financial risk to the business and improve standardization
Coordinate Tax, Legal, and statutory issues with the Business Units, Corporate and Director of Indirect Tax on a timely basis
Coordinate/support the audit programs (financial and operational) across Wolters Kluwer Health NA division with internal audit and the external auditors
Manage a team of 2-3 and coordinate with other accounting staff that are often geographically distributed across the world
Work closely in concert with the Health NA and FSS Sr. Management to ensure timely submission of information to facilitate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements
Work closely in concert and partner with the Health NA and FSS Sr. Management, Business Unit CFOs, and Finance and Accounting counterparts to build solid effective relationships and be recognized as a business partner, subject matter expert and resource to the business units
Demonstrate ability to provide guidance from an accounting perspective as well as to be viewed as a partner to assist the business in achieving its goals and objectives
Participate as a business partner and accounting subject matter expert in Acquisition analysis, due diligence, reengineering and special project with a specific focus on ensuring the accuracy of all related accounting transactions when required
Coach and mentor staff to improve their understanding of Accounting, risk management and overall analytical skills
Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required. CPA preferred.
Required Experience :
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting
3+ years in a people management role
Ability to deliver on multiple priorities in a demanding environment with a heavy reliance on manual processes.
Proficient knowledge of major ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite, Great Plains, etc) or reporting tools such as Tagetik, HFM
Outsourcing experience from both customer and service provider perspectives
Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities or Certifications :
Professional experience and awareness of the complexity, interactions, and dynamics within a large, multi-national company, highly preferred
Experience in accounting for manufacturing or publishing industry, highly preferred
Experience in FP&A, treasury, audit or operations, preferred
Highly organized and details orientated
Ability to quickly establish close, collaborative working relationships and credibility throughout various organizational levels
Demonstrated collaborative business skills, works as a team and yet can respectively challenge the Business Unit when necessary
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a virtual organization
Demonstrated strong communication skills, written and verbal
Demonstrated ability to build strong proactive teams, manage performance, and develop others
Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders to meet their goals and objectives, while ensuring appropriate accounting
Enthusiastic team leader
Willingness to pursue, assesses and resolve challenges with a “roll-up your sleeves” attitude
Ability to grasp complex new concepts
Be inquisitive and proactive
Effective and persuasive communicator
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to bring together and motivate multi-disciplined subject matter experts to achieve common goals
Ability to embrace and lead change
Ability to make tough decisions and get cooperation from others to deliver of goals and objectives
Demonstrated ability to take action and achieve goals in line with Wolters Kluwer Code of Conduct
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Travel requirements
~5-10% domestic
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities and requirements.
Compensation:
Target salary range CA, CT, CO, HI, NY, WA: $117,500-$164,700
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wolters Kluwer U. S. Corporation and all of its subsidiaries, divisions and customer/business units is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.