Manager, Accounting Policies and Processes

Overview:THE ROLE:The Manager, Accounting Policies & Processes will be responsible for authoring and publishing accounting policies; ensuring end-to-end processes are aligned with and support accounting policies; and proactively designing and implementing functionality of systems and sub-systems. This includes working closely with local users, corporate controllership, and various other functional stakeholders. The scope of this role is global and will dictate how accounting functions are to be performed, whether managed locally or through a Global Business Service (GBS) Center.HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:- Assume the role of global Policies and Processes owner pertinent to the controllership function- Author and approve accounting policies, while collaborating and reaching consensus with Corporate and Regional Controllership- Publish and communicate accounting policies for global adoption ensuring policies remain current and relevant- Ensure global end-to-end processes are aligned with accounting policies and related controls- Approve design elements of system deployments and provide sign-off on Business Requirement Documents- Provide approval on final Design Documents for any new system deployment or enhancement to existing systems- Develop strong partnerships with other business groups and cross-functional teams to facilitate reaching desired objectives- Monitor the utilization of deployed technology to ensure global adoption and compliance with service level agreements and target KPIs- Review and approve Change Requests originating from Oracle users and prioritize for development purposes- Lead process consistency and standardization initiatives, whether work is performed locally or through Global Business Service Centers- Design / update ServiceNow workflows for the global finance organization- Monitor accounting sub-ledgers and ensure they reconcile to the General Ledger without exception- Perform various ad hoc projects, tasks, and month-end close duties, as neededWHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:The Accounting Policies & Processes Group was recently formed. The new hire will be part of a dynamic team influencing the way accounting transactions are to be recorded by global accounting users. This includes publishing accounting policies and designing processes for global adoption. The scope and reach of this team are global resulting in endless opportunities for process improvements and for professional developmentJob Qualifications:SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:- 6 years of progressive accounting experience- Excellent analytical skill set, with initiative to research independently as needed- Superior communication skills at all levels and in all mediums- Approaches responsibility with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to excellence- Capable of solving complex challenges and carry out responsibilities with mínimal supervision- Multi-tasking capacity will be critical, as well as solid project management skills- Ability to explain complex processes and workflows in summarized “one-pager” format will be fundamental- International public company experience will be critical, given Herbalife Nutrition’s global nature- Thorough understanding of US GAAP will be essentialSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:- The position will not have any initial direct reportsEDUCATION- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting- CPA with Big 4 experience required- MBA desired, but not required- Excellent verbal and written communicating skills are required - English / SpanishPHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.- Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers- Manual dexterity requiredSedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent liftingLight: Office work, some lifting, considerable walking Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbingWORK ENVIRONMENT: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.- The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated- Noise levels are considered low to moderate