Manager-Accounting Transformation

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Date: 31 Oct 2025

Location: Bangalore, IN

Company: Alstom

Req ID:494603 

 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

 

 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Manager, Accounting Transformation is responsible for driving the delivery of transformation initiatives into GFC operations. This role combines deep process expertise with a focus on embedding transformational change. The role involves driving improvement initiatives agreed as part of broader Finance roadmap and translate them to GFC objectives. This role will work closely with the GFC Accounting Delivery teams and collaborate with Systems & Tools, Continuous Improvement, Business Finance, and other GFCs to ensure successful transformation.

You will collaborate with the Head of Accounting operations, peer Processes and SMEs to ensure effective and efficient streamlining of process operations and identification of cross-process synergies.

 

ORGANISATION

Organization structure (job belongs to..)

Finance/Accounting

 

Reports directly to:

GFC Director

 

Other reporting to:

Not applicable

 

Direct reports:

Not applicable

 

Network & Links

Internal

  • Operations teams within Global Finance Center
  • Point of contacts from other GFCs
  • Quality, CI team
  • Regional Accounting teams
  • Controls and Compliance
  • Sourcing, Supply Chain
  • HR, Admin.

External

  • Auditors 

 

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

Processes, Project support:

  • Work closely with the Director – GFC, to design and implement the Transformation roadmap for Accounting processes
  • Review the design of the end-to-end processes for improvement opportunities
  • Implement strategies for process optimisation and automation
  • Establish Inter-process linkages, facilitate trainings and other initiatives to improve the Quality of Balance sheet through R2R teams
  • Leverage existing technology and work with BPO (Process Owners) to enhance efficiency, drive improvements in quality metrics
  • Support on Ideation, co-ordinate across Teams and Develop plan to execute key GFC level initiatives
  • Understand Processes, develop data collection and analysis models
  • Constantly benchmark the operations with peers within the organization to improve performance
  • Present the Transformation initiatives in Management Reviews to secure the required support

 

 MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

 

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

  • Chartered Accountant
  • Audit/Article experience in Big 4

 

 

 

Desirable:

  • Certification is one of the Automation tools – Power BI, Power Automate, Co-Pilot, Advanced Excel

 

 

Experience

Mandatory:

  • Previous Project Management experience in Accounting Operations
  • Proven track record of involvement in Transformations Projects/ Programs
  • Functional experience in improving the quality of Balance Sheet reviews

Desirable:

  • Green belt in Six Sigma
  • Experience in developing reports, workflows through Power BI, Power Automate and working on Co-Pilot

 

Competencies & Skills

 

Technical Competencies:

  • Deep understanding of Accounting process
  • Strong understanding of internal controls, Accounting policies and IFRS
  • Ability to see end to end Process, focus on one Region to drive improvements and develop the roadmap to implement across Regions/ GFCs
  • Working knowledge of SAP and Invoice processing, Reconciliation tools
  • Consultative mindset to seize Improvement opportunities and work-out Project plan
  • Excellent verbal and written skills with an ability to work and communicate with various levels within the company
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and hold teams to account
  • Understanding of the Project Management principles

 

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Impactful communication
  • Data oriented problem solving
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Conflict management
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Customer centricity

 

AIR Values (Agile, Inclusive & Responsible) behaviours:

  • Capacity to continuously adapt to a changing environment by showing a pro-active and positive approach
  • Actively listen to people, encouraging feedback and sharing experiences
  • Make things simple
  • Focus on our goals and prioritize our actions
  • Be curious and have an appetite for learning
  • Work as a team and avoid silos
  • Ask questions instead of making assumptions
  • Show respect for others’ individuality and cultural identity
  • Keep our commitments towards internal and external stakeholders (employees, customers, passengers, society)
  • Comply with our code of ethics and support the use of the Alstom Alert Procedure
  • Learn from your mistakes and implement corrective actions

 

 

 

 

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

 

 

Job Type:​Experienced​


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