Software as a Service Accounting Manager

Description

Software as a Service Accounting Manager

Job Description:

Kenvue is recruiting for a Software as a Service (SaaS) Accounting Manager for its Finance Operations team.

As a member of our Finance Operations team, you will have exclusive access to a network of financial professionals worldwide.

This network will help you build on your current skills and explore opportunities to grow your career at Kenvue.

Within Kenvue's Finance Operations team, we value ideas for innovation and improvement and are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Together we will reimagine business processes to become more effective, more efficient, and improve customer experience.

This role is part of Finance Operations with the successful candidate being a valuable manager of the SaaS Accounting team.

The SaaS Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing Kenvue's accounting processes related to SaaS contracts, expense recognition, and compliance with company policy and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities :

Process responsibilities


* Lead all activities related to SaaS accounting, ensuring accurate recognition of expenses related to SaaS contracts and compliance with relevant accounting standards.


* Oversee analysis of the financial implications of changes to SaaS contracts, providing insights on accounting treatment and financial impact.


* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and validate data related to SaaS transactions.


* Develop and maintain documentation for SaaS accounting processes, including policies and procedures, to enhance efficiency and compliance.


* Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes related to SaaS accounting.


* Monitor and analyze SaaS-related financial metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for process improvements.


* Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports to Senior Management.


* Lead and support audit activities by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries related to SaaS accounting.


* Support ongoing improvements and automation projects within the SaaS Accounting team.


* Recruit, onboard, and train new joiners.


* Remain updated with industry trends, changes in accounting rules, and latest technologies.


* Liaise with senior Finance leadership within Financial Operations

Compliance


* Participate in the audit process and liaise with Legal Entity Controllers to ensure sound financial practices.



* Ensure adherence, monitor, remediate and align compliance responsibilities with stakeholders.



* Manage, mitigate, and escalate risks on a timely basis.



* Ensure strong internal controls are in place to achieve SOX c ompliance.

Leadership and People Management


* Foster collaborative relationships with essential functions such as Controllership, Business Unit Finance, Technical Accounting, and other Finance Operations Managers.



* Oversee a...