Job Title:

Manager - Controllership Support

Summary:

Momentive Business Services is committed to delivering exceptional value and support to our global operations. Our teams are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that drives success and operational excellence. The Global Shared Services team in MBS, India plays a crucial role in this mission, working together with our counterparts across the globe by providing various support services in Finance and Business.

As Manager – Controllership Support in the Global Shared Services team, you will lead critical accounting functions including Fixed Assets, Intercompany, General Ledger, Cash & Payroll, and related reporting. The role demands deep expertise in US GAAP, IFRS, and strong change leadership.

You will champion automation, process improvement, and cross-regional value creation, while mentoring a high-performing team, enforcing strong internal controls, and ensuring timely, compliant financial closings.

Responsibilities Include:

Tasks and responsibilities of the position:

• Oversee core accounting operations: Fixed Assets, Intercompany Transactions, General Ledger, Cash and Payroll Accounting
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS across all accounting and reporting activities.
• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with quality, speed, and accuracy.
• Lead planning and execution of major finance systems transformation, including stakeholder alignment, process redesign, user training, and operational readiness to ensure a smooth and effective implementation across regions
• Partner with global/regional finance teams to streamline reporting and implement consistent accounting policies and controls.
• Develop and monitor SOX-compliant processes and controls.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and simplification in all controllership functions.
• Identify and execute process optimization opportunities, leveraging technology and lean finance practices.
• Mentor and lead a team of finance professionals; build capabilities through training and performance management.
• Collaborate with internal/external auditors, Tax, FP&A, HR, IT, and Global Process Owners.
• Ensure integrity of financial information and resolve discrepancies or issues proactively.

Key Metrics Role is Accountable For:

• Timely and accurate month-end and year-end close
• Zero audit non-compliance (internal and external audits)
• Effectiveness of transition (process & system) execution (on time, within scope)
• Percentage improvement in manual efforts/process automation YoY
• Quality of intercompany and reconciliation processes
• Employee engagement and development metrics (retention, promotion readiness)
• Number of process improvements or innovations implemented annually
• Identifying growth and new value-added support opportunities

Key Relationships:

• Global and Regional Controllership Teams
• Finance Directors / Business Controllers
• IT / ERP Transition Team
• HR and Payroll Operations
• Internal and External Auditors
• Tax and Legal Compliance Teams
• FP&A and Treasury Teams

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

Basic Qualifications:

• CA preferred; MBA (Finance), CPA (USA), or ACCA (UK) with strong controllership experience also accepted
• 15+ years in finance, with deep expertise in GL, intercompany, fixed assets, cash, and payroll
• 6+ years in leadership, managing teams and driving process ownership or transformation
• Strong experience in US GAAP/IFRS reporting, with MNC or shared services exposure
• Proven ability to manage financial close cycles, compliance, and audit coordination
• Hands-on in process transitions and finance transformation; strong in change management
• Skilled in financial systems and Excel; automation/analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in or with Global Shared Services (GSS/SSC)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams across regions and influence stakeholders

Core Competencies:

• Leading Change
• Making Fact-Based Decisions
• Developing Talent
• Executing
• Collaborating Inclusively
• Communicating Effectively

What We Offer:

At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.