Description

Job Summary

The End-to-End Record to Report (R2R) Global Process Owner (GPO) is accountable for designing, owning, and continuously improving NIQ’s global R2R process landscape—spanning accounting policy through consolidated reporting and close. The role ensures data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with global standards (US GAAP/IFRS), while driving standardization, automation, and scalability across markets and delivery centers.

As a key member of the Finance Operations / Global Shared Services leadership team, the GPO partners closely with Corporate Accounting (CAO Office), Corporate Controllership, the R2R Service Delivery Lead (SDL), Corporate Audit Services (CAS), Knowledge Management, Training & Development, and Technology/ERP teams to deliver a timely, accurate, and well-controlled close and consolidation.

Role Context & Reporting

• Location: Pune, India (global scope, collaboration across all NIQ regions and shared service centers)
• Department: Finance Operations (R2R) – Global Shared Services (GBS).
• Reporting: Member of Finance Operations leadership; works in close partnership with CAO/Controllership and R2R Service Delivery leadership.

1) End-to-End R2R Strategy & Governance

• Define the end-to-end R2R process vision, strategy, and global governance model; own process design, standardization, and continuous improvement across people, process, data, and technology.
• Lead and directly manage a global organization of business process experts; drive resource planning and prioritize a portfolio of transformation programs (including ERP/EPM initiatives).
• Establish and track performance via a standard suite of R2R metrics; ensure benefits realization and benchmark against industry standards.

2) Consolidations & Financial Close Ownership

• Lead global standardization and optimization of consolidations and close to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across entities.
• Integrate and scale enabling technologies (e.g., OneStream, RPA) to streamline consolidation activities; develop and maintain consolidation models and templates.
• Partner with the Service Delivery Lead (SDL) for Consolidations to ensure customer-centric, efficient, and timely close outcomes.

3) Data Governance & Reporting Standards

• Own data integrity and consistency for consolidation and financial reporting; enhance data governance practices and master data discipline.
• Stay current with US GAAP and emerging accounting/reporting standards; ensure robust treatment of intercompany transactions and consolidation eliminations.
• Continuously assess and report on data quality and process performance across global entities.

4) Technology, ERP/EPM & Automation

• Shape and deliver ERP/EPM strategy (e.g., SAP for R2R, OneStream for consolidations); simplify and consolidate platforms (‘liquid solutions’) to improve integration and value flow.
• Maintain an effective IT/system configuration to support consolidation and R2R processes; identify and execute automation opportunities.
• Collaborate with IT/Enterprise Architecture to ensure scalability, standardization, and control-by-design in system workflows.

5) Compliance, Controls & Audit

• Ensure full compliance with NIQ’s Internal Controls Framework, including SOX requirements; embed controls into end-to-end process design.
• Liaise with Corporate Audit Services (CAS) and control specialists to sustain strong R2R and consolidation control health.
• Conduct periodic reviews and audits; remediate issues and continuously strengthen the control environment.

6) Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Finance leadership, CAO/Controllership, Corporate Accounting, Service Delivery, and market finance teams.
• Align priorities between global, regional, and local teams; ensure transparent decision-making and enterprise-wide communication.
• Engage with external partners (e.g., BPO providers) to ensure service quality and continuous improvement.

7) Service Delivery, Operations & Performance

• Partner with the R2R Service Delivery Lead to monitor delivery objectives, SLAs, and experience outcomes (EX/CX).
• Ensure SOPs and Desktop Procedures (DTPs) are current; coordinate with Knowledge Management and Training & Development on rollout and adoption.
• Drive process stabilization, standard work, and operational excellence in shared services and in-market teams.

8) Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead process change and optimization initiatives end-to-end; prioritize cost reduction, quality improvement, and cycle time reduction.
• Work closely with the Strategic Shared Services Enablement/Continuous Improvement function to standardize finance process architecture, protocols, and governance mechanics.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through coaching, training, and recognition.

9) Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to teams involved in consolidation and reporting; coach high-performing global teams.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and quality audits; resolve discrepancies and build capability through targeted training.
• Promote a high Employee Experience (EX) and superior Customer Experience (CX).

10) Cross-Functional Alignment

• Design and implement standardized, efficient ways of working across general financial accounting streams and coordinate closely with OTC where process intersections exist.
• Align with Tax, Statutory Reporting, Treasury, and FP&A on data and close dependencies to ensure an integrated financial calendar.

End-to-End Process Governance – Expected Outcomes

• Greater transparency into end-to-end processes.
• Higher process standardization globally.
• More sustainable process improvements.
• Improved process controls.
• Streamlined and faster decision making.
• Greater transparency and clarity in enterprise-wide communication/collaboration.
• Better-managed system and technology strategies.
• Consistent data structure and improved data quality.

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) /CPA/ACCA preferred

Experience:

• 15–20 years in R2R leadership and finance operations within multinational environments; demonstrated consolidations ownership.
• Proven experience leading ERP/EPM transformations and managing Business Process Outsourcers (BPO).
• Proven ownership of consolidations and close cycles.
• ERP/EPM transformation leadership (SAP + OneStream).

Technical:

• Deep SAP R2R knowledge (mandatory); hands-on with consolidation/EPM platforms (e.g., OneStream).
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS, intercompany, and consolidation accounting; familiarity with SOX/internal controls.
• Exposure to statutory financial statement preparation and Direct/Indirect Tax is desirable.

Leadership & Attributes:

• Executive presence with the ability to drive sustainable global change and influence senior stakeholders.
• Action-oriented; strong relationship builder; capable of rapid, constructive change in complex environments.
• Customer-focused, results-oriented, proactive, and innovative with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and time-management capabilities; high attention to detail.

Success Measures (Illustrative KPIs)

• On-time global close and consolidation; reduction in close cycle time.
• Control effectiveness (SOX/CAS findings), audit issue remediation timeliness.
• Data quality (master data integrity, intercompany mismatch resolution cycle time).
• Automation rate, touchless journal %; ERP/EPM adoption and standardization levels.
• Cost-to-serve and productivity improvements; process stability and variance reduction.
• Employee engagement and Customer Experience scores (EX/CX).

Additional Info

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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