Senior Financial Accountant - General & Operational Accounting

General & Op Acctng. Sr. Spclst Job Description Function Finance Cost Center 1068954052 Location Gurgaon, Haryana – India Region Global Position General and Operational Accounting Grade 9 Reporting to Process lead Process Category Shift Time Day/Afternoon Global Salary Range Min. Max. As per market standard Functional Role (Job Description) The Financial Accountant is an advanced subject matter expert, responsible for preparing financial reports, processing journal entries, processing the accounting month end, and preparing balance sheet reconciliations. ensuring data integrity and providing actionable insights to drive strategic business decisions. This position will be crucial in ensuring that financial data is accurate, compliant, and clearly communicated to internal and external stakeholders. Essential Desirable Education Background Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce or relevant field. Professional Accounting Qualification (CA/CMA or equivalent) Work Experience Typically requires 12+ years relevant experience Global experience of working with teams across Geographies will be given preference Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end monthly closing activities, including accurate processing of prepaids, accruals, and daily accounting entries. Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheet schedules, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Conduct P&L variance analysis, providing clear explanations, supporting documentation, and actionable insights. Oversee and reconcile bank accounts, diligently following up on and resolving all open items. Perform credit card reconciliations and accurately allocate expenses to relevant cost WBS elements. Act as a key point of contact for external audits, providing necessary support and responding to ad-hoc financial requests. Collaborate closely with the treasury team on weekly cash projections to proactively manage liquidity and avoid payment delays. Record foreign exchange transactions accurately, utilizing financial systems like Revel.com. Execute inter-entity cost allocations through the preparation and issuance of manual debit notes. Manage inter-company accounting for assets, including recharges and cost allocations between different entities. Ensure the proper booking and reconciliation related to asset usage. Manage payroll-related accruals and true-ups (e.g., for bonuses and leave entitlements) based on received inputs. Ensure the accurate recording of all VAT/tax entries in the system, verifying correct rates and tax codes. Possess strong knowledge and practical experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Knowledge and Attributes: Strong attention to details with a high degree of accuracy. Good verbal and written communication skills. Display good planning and organizing abilities. Knowledge and prior exposure to international entities, foreign currency and inter-company transactions Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems like SAP and BPC (added advantage) . Able to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization. Take full ownership of end-to-end scope. Deadline driven with ability to cope with difficult situations. Have a solution-oriented mindset. Proactive approach with the ability to think ahead in a fast-paced environment. Required Experience: Extensive experience in a comparable role within a global organization Advanced expertise in statutory accounting Significant proficiency in financial systems and software Key Performance Parameters |1 – Financial Accounting|2 – Month-End Closing Efficiency |3 – Reconciliation | 4 – Stakeholder Communication I 5 – Control and Governance Essential Knowledge and Analytical Skills MS Word/Excel/Outlook Fluent in business English; both written and verbal communication skills essential Managerial and Soft Skills Open to work in Flexible Shifts & Hybrid Work Environment Extended hours may be required in meet deadlines. It would be required to work with colleagues across different geographies and time zones Must demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity, internal controls and data privacy Should be a Good Team Player & Process driven person Must be able to manage multiple priorities and able to work well in a fast paced, dynamic environment Test to be Administrated Additional Information Experience Level Senior Level