Job Description Essential Functions: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the global shared services responsible for processing high-volume, standardized finance transactions, including order entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and master data creation Oversee accounting activities operations within India, including monthly closing process and statutory compliance Engage with the RTR, OTC, and PTP finance leaders to ensure alignment of shared services with business strategies and needs Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Work with the RTR, OTC, and PTP Global Process Owners (GPOs) to drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure standardization, implement best practices, and enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability Collaborate with IT and other functions to design and implement automation to streamline GSSC activities Act as the primary point of contact for leadership regarding India GSSC operations, providing regular updates and insights Stay informed about industry trends and innovations in shared services to ensure the GSSC remains competitive and forward-thinking Develop cost-effective service level agreements (SLAs) for GSSC activities Establish, measure, root cause, and action targeted KPIs to measure GSSC activities Mentor and develop a global shared services team, fostering a high-performance culture Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent global leadership abilities with success building a positive team culture and developing talent Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant financial reporting standards Strong attention to detail to produce consistent, high-quality results and meet deadlines Demonstrated high ethical standards and commitment to compliance and transparency Demonstrated initiative to drive continuous process improvement Ability to work productively in a cross-functional team environment with the ability to influence and collaborate with all stakeholders across all levels of the organization Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple prioritie Minimum education and work experience required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Professional accounting qualification required (e.g., CPA, ACA) 15+ years' progressive experience working within a multinational, fast-paced environment with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position experience at senior manager level Proficiency in ERP systems Additional Job Description WE MAKE COMPUTERS THAT CAN SEE Cognex is the largest, most successful and most recognized global player in industrial machine vision. Using advanced optics, image sensors, and artificial intelligence software Cognex vision and ID systems capture an image, then analyze it to make sense of what’s being seen. Companies use Cognex vision and ID in their manufacturing processes to improve product quality, guide assembly robots, and track items through each stage of production and distribution. Cognex is focused entirely on solving the toughest problems in industrial machine vision and ID, and we have sold more solutions in these areas than any other company in the world. More than a billion products are made each day using Cognex vision. The only thing smarter than our vision and ID systems are the people that stand behind them. One of them could be you!