Walmart Canada · 3 months ago
Director, Record to Report, Accounting Solutions Center
Walmart Canada is seeking a Director for their Accounting Solutions Center to lead the evolution towards a digitally enabled and automated accounting function. This role will focus on transforming accounting processes through data and technology, ensuring operational efficiency and improved business outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Lead modernization initiatives that streamline accounting processes across markets and functions. Identify opportunities for simplification and process harmonization, applying digital tools to reduce manual effort and risk
Implement and scale automation solutions (e.g., RPA, AI, machine learning, workflow orchestration, and data analytics platforms). Drive adoption of next-generation tools to improve accuracy and timeliness of accounting operations
Strengthen control and governance frameworks through automation, exception reporting, and digital monitoring. Collaborate with Controllership and Internal Audit to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory expectations
Collaborate with global process owners, finance business partners, and technology teams to align process capabilities with enterprise objectives. Provide insights on operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and future process design
Establish real-time visibility into accounting operations through dashboards and performance analytics. Use data insights to identify bottlenecks, prioritize improvements, and forecast capacity and performance trends
Build a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and digital literacy across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of experience in accounting operations, shared services, or finance transformation roles
Demonstrated expertise in process automation, ERP systems, and governance frameworks
Strong leadership skills with experience managing large, cross-functional teams
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-scale change
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, information technology, business, or related area and 5 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area
Option 2: 7 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area
1 year's supervisory experience
Preferred
CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification
Experience in implementing RPA, AI, or digital transformation initiatives in accounting functions
Deep understanding of accounting process flows
Knowledge of global finance operations and shared services models
Leading cross-functional teams
Master's degree in accounting, finance, information technology, business, or related area and 4 years' experience in accounting, finance, information technology, or related area
Benefits
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
Company
Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada is a subsidiary of Walmart that operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide. It is a sub-organization of Walmart.
Funding
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