RTR Manager at Albemarle

Budapest, Hungary

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Petrochemical, Refining, Specialty ChemicalsIndustries

Requirements

8+ years in finance or accounting post qualification with a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a leadership role in finance or accounting
Recognized accounting qualification; Chartered Accountant is required with audit exposure
Knowledge of fundamental internal controls
Experience in working in a shared service environment
Proficiency in English language
Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills including collaboration, influence, and strategic thinking
Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate across functions and various levels of the organization
Stakeholder focused, organized, flexible, and results driven
Ability to cooperate in a team environment and high degree of adaptability to change
Strong team leadership and employee development skills

Responsibilities

Responsible for the execution of all RTR activities for the company including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, foreign exchange, fixed asset accounting, statutory accounting, cash applications, and intercompany accounting in compliance with US GAAP and local statutory requirements
Build an RTR team and lead through the standup and separation of RTR activities from the former parent company
Liaison with internal and external auditors for walkthroughs, testing, rationalization, and harmonization of controls
Develop a culture of continuous improvement throughout the RTR organization, including a process for tracking, executing, and measuring continuous improvement initiatives
Establish Service Level Agreements with key stakeholders and ensure compliance with the agreements
Routinely review performance against key metrics with stakeholders and develop improvement plans for performance shortfalls
Serve as escalation point of contact for key stakeholders (Controllers, Consolidations, Tax, Treasury, other functions) for RTR inquiries
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

US GAAPGeneral Ledger AccountingAccount ReconciliationsFixed Asset AccountingStatutory AccountingCash ApplicationsIntercompany AccountingForeign ExchangeShared ServicesTeam Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the required qualifications for the RTR Manager role?

Candidates need 8+ years in finance or accounting post qualification, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role in finance or accounting.

Where is the shared service center located for this position?

The shared service center is located in Budapest, Hungary.

What are Ketjen Corporation's core values?

The company's core values are curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity.

What does the RTR Manager do in terms of team leadership?

The role involves building an RTR team, leading through the standup and separation of RTR activities, leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing accounting team.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this RTR Manager position?

Strong candidates bring technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, experience in a shared service environment, and at least 8+ years in finance/accounting with 5+ years in leadership.