Assistant Manager

Egon Zehnder ( www.egonzehnder.com)is trusted advisor to many of the world's most respected organizations and a leading Executive Search firm, with more than 550 consultants and 63 offices in 36 countries spanning Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. Our clients range from the largest corporations to emerging growth companies, government and regulatory bodies, and major educational and cultural institutions. The firm is a private partnership which allows us to operate independent of any outside interests. As a result of this unique culture, Egon Zehnder has the highest professional staff retention rate for a global firm in our profession. We have a blue-chip client base across all industries and operate at the Board and senior management level.

Established in January 2005, KCI in Gurgaon, works in close collaboration with the Global offices of Egon Zehnder. There are 5 teams that make up KCI: Research, Research Operations, Visual Solutions, Projects/CV Capture, DQ/GQ and Digital IT.

We are a centralized team with bouquet of specialized services. Team partners with multiple stakeholders across the firm to establish standardized processes and guidelines, ensuring data consistency, accuracy, reporting and insights that help colleagues in delivering excellent client services. Also, one arm of the team collaborates with the global Finance & Controlling team on various accounting processes.

As an Assistant Manager or Manager in the Record to Report function within the Global Quality team, the role will lead and oversee daily operations, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The responsibilities will include providing guidance and mentorship to team members, developing strategies to optimize processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

Requirements

The key aspects of your role are as follows:

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Record to Report team.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, collections, reconciliations, and reporting in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to team members to enhance performance and productivity.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency within the AR/AP/R2R function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, address inquiries, and support business objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track team performance and identify areas for improvement.

Prepare and present regular reports, analyses, and recommendations to senior management.

Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to AR/AP/R2R processes.

Required knowledge/experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 7-12 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or related field, with 4-5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive results.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits

At EZ, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about what working at Egon Zehnder can mean for you!

5 Days working in a Fast-paced work environment.

Work directly with the senior management team

Reward and Recognition

Employee friendly policies

Personal development and training

Health Benefits, Accident Insurance

We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will be doing regular catchups with your manager who will act as your career coach and guide you in your career goals and aspirations.

The position is based at Egon Zehnder's KCI office in Gurgaon, Plot no. 29, Institutional Area Sector 32

Egon Zehnder aims for a diverse workplace and strives to continuously lead with our firm values. We respect personal values of every individual irrespective of race, national or social origin, gender, religion, political or other opinion, disability, age and sexual orientation as warranted by basic rights enshrined in the UN Declaration of Human Rights. We believe diversity of our firm is central to the success and enables us to deliver better solutions for our clients. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and supportive work environment, where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves and treated with dignity and respect and there is no unlawful discrimination related to employment, recruitment, training, promotion, or remuneration.

Egon Zehnder provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree