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The Strategic Ledger (SL) Program is a core initiative of Citi's Finance Transformation, implementing a global standard Oracle SaaS/Cloud-based accounting and ledger platform. This platform, aims to replace existing operating and reporting ledgers to deliver robust global processes, governance, and controls. Its scope includes centralizing accounting, standardizing ledgers, automating processes, and improving data quality, ultimately ensuring consistent, accurate, and timely ledger data for the firm. Supported by a cross-functional team, the program will transform Citi's accounting, ledger, and close processes.
Job Responsibility:
Defining and driving the implementation of the Target Operating Model for "run the ledger" and "use the ledger" processes and teams across operations, finance and business, in close partnership with BAU process owners
Defining detailed target state process maps covering ledger operations, accounting, Ledger and Close processes within the Oracle SaaS environment, and intersections with partner applications (both up and downstream), including required process changes in Front Office and Operations
Establishing transition plan from current to target state org, including integration of legacy teams into new operating model and adoption of latest cloud and self-service tools / functionality across teams and functions
Assessing and integrating wider business architecture concepts and Op Models into the SL program and in alignment with Citi's enterprise Architecture requirements
Partnering with implementation leads to ensure all operating model and process activities are aligned with overall release and go-live schedules
Supporting the preparation and execution of testing for UAT
Supporting training and implementation readiness
Oversight of the creation of new standard operating procedures related to Op Model
Identifying opportunities to drive wider operating model and organizational change ahead of Strategic Ledger implementation
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
Requirements:
5-8+ years of relevant experience with global corporations and financial services experience gained in Banking, Financial Services or in an associated consulting role
Indirect or hands-on accounting experience related to supporting financial close activities such as ledger validations and reconciliations, ledger-based controls, and ledger processing a strong plus
Experience in implementing Technology Enabled Transformation or Digital Transformations in the Financial Services industry
Experience in large scale Target Operating Model and process design and implementation
Proven track record of significant organizational transformations and SaaS enabled ERP transformations (Oracle, SAP, Workday)
Ability to self-start, identify, engage with and influence a wide and diverse group of senior stakeholders to MD level
Experience in successfully managing projects and programs through the full project lifecycle, from conception through rollout and ongoing support
Experience with Software as a Service (SaaS) enabled Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) transformations (Oracle, SAP, Workday)
Ability to build strong partnerships
communication and stakeholder managements skills are key
Growth mindset, seeking and implementing feedback and maintaining flexibility to pivot and course correct as needed
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for reporting and PowerPoint for presentation development
Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Management, Engineering, or related field
What we offer:
medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays
discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards