Record to Report Manager

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We're a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

The Record to Report Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of Record to Report services for a specific market or cluster within Inchcape's Global Business Services. Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, this role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting that supports both local statutory obligations and global consolidated results.

This role focuses on market-level accountability, ensuring policies and processes are followed, risks are mitigated, and service levels are achieved. The RTR Manager also supports continuous improvement initiatives and transitions, while acting as the primary point of contact for local finance teams and external auditors within their scope.

JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The scope of the role will continue to broaden, but key areas of responsibility are as follows:

People

 Supervise, coach, and develop a team of analysts and specialists.

 Allocate and monitor workload within the team to ensure deadlines are met.

 Promote a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and process excellence.

Partnership

 Act as the first point of contact for local finance stakeholders and auditors.

 Ensure strong collaboration with cross-functional teams (OTC, PTP, Tax, Treasury, etc.) to support end-to-end process delivery.

 Escalate market-specific issues to the Service Delivery Manager when required.

Operational

 Deliver accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.

 Prepare / oversee complex OEM / market specific accounting processes, adding a deep commercial understanding.

 Act as the conscience of the business, ensuring that there is a balance between commercial judgement and prudent accounting.

 Ensure full compliance with group, local statutory, and fiscal requirements.

 Manage reconciliations, journal postings, reporting, and consolidation activities for the assigned market.

 Support local statutory reporting and audit requirements.

 Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and controls, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Continuous Improvement

 Identify and propose process improvement opportunities for efficiency, quality, and control enhancement.

 Support transformation projects, migrations, and system enhancements impacting the market.

 Contribute to knowledge sharing across the wider RtR community.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

 Minimum 6–8 years of finance and accounting experience, preferably in Shared Services or multinational organizations.

 At least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.

 Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/local GAAP).

 Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial reporting tools.

 Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

 Experience of complex, fragmented finance systems landscapes.

 Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse and cross-functional teams.

 Strong collaboration and partnership mindset, ability to work in a matrix organisation. Cultural awareness/understanding; agile in adapting approach to optimise working relationships.

 Qualified Accountant, bachelor's degree in finance, or equivalent.

 Delivery focussed mindset.

 Experience in automotive or FMCG industries is an advantage.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.