Purpose of Role:

Transition incl. travels of assigned accounting activities from local country finance unit to Financial shared Service Center - when and where applicable and directed by manager
Service liaison for assigned country
Ensure operational readiness in assigned are of expertise including relevant process documentation and training received
Perform assigned daily weekly or monthly accounting tasks in a timely and accurate manner under the direction of the Team Leader and/or Service Delivery Lead and/or Finance Shared Service Manager and/or his delegate
Specific Duties:

Work Performance

Perform the accounting processes that may include [but is not limited to]: accounting documents processing journal processing payments preparation account reconciliation preparation and verification of the reports performing other projects as assigned etc.
Work according to priorities and deadlines outlined by the Team Leader
When and where applicable and directed by manager shadow accounting processing at the local country during the transition period. Prepare transition documentation according to the instructions and under supervision of Team
Develop the career plan with Team Leader/Service Delivery lead and execute accordingly
Maintain standards of personal and professional performance/behavior ensuring accountability and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Participate in & support company committees and initiatives.
Keeping Service Quality

Take responsibility for the quality of service to assigned clients.
Complete your job-related tasks as designed by procedures and requested by the manager following the principles of (1) quality (2) completeness and (3) timeliness
Aim to identify process improvements. Keep process documentation up to date [change management] Leader
Ensure adherence to Company and Departmental policies and procedures
Co-participate in the development testing and implementation of new systems and products within the department and within the State Street Corporation if requested; support team leader by assisting with planning and management of all relevant project work
Manage Relationships

Maintain close contact with the direct manager briefing him/her on all issues and problems both actual and potential.
Develop and maintain strong relationship with client colleagues and key internal suppliers
Communication

Ensure that direct manager is kept aware of all issues/problems/queries/work in progress that may impact upon the quality of service being given

Skills:

Language skills at least intermediate in written and verbal in English and country language if required (Italian German French)
Finance or Accounting education
PC application knowledge and basic Excel skill-set are necessary
Understands and can explain the basic accounting principles in theory
Demonstrated good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under time pressure give accurate and timely delivery
Pro-active approach with initiative detailed oriented and reliability
Attention to detail crucial