General and Operational Accounting Advisor

General & Operational Accounting Advisor Job Description Function Finance Cost Center 1074954052 Location Gurgaon, Haryana - India Region Europe-France Position General & Operational Accounting Advisor Grade 10 Reporting to Director Process Category Shift Time Day/Afternoon 12.00 PM – 10.00 PM IST Salary Range Min. Max. As per market standard Functional Role (Job Description) Individual will be responsible for a range of critical financial activities, including transfer pricing, VAT, and inter-company transaction management. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, IFRS and the ability to act as a key liaison between our Global Business Shared Services (GBSS) team and different stakeholders, including higher leadership. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Essential Desirable Education Background Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce or relevant field. Professional Accounting Qualification (CA/CMA or equivalent) Work Experience Typically requires 10-12 years relevant experience Global experience of working with teams across Geographies will be given preference Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Transfer Pricing Management: Perform transfer pricing calculations and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Collaborate with relevant teams to implement and maintain transfer pricing models. VAT Calculation and Compliance: Oversee and perform accurate VAT calculations. Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting and compliance with local and international tax regulations. Support annual statutory reporting as per local GAAP Liaison and Performance Management: Act as a primary bridge between the GBSS team and internal entity departments regarding Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) performance. Monitor and review GBS performance metrics related to AP/AR, identifying areas for improvement and driving efficiencies. Review Vendor Invoices and payment proposals thoroughly before approval, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company policies. Monitor and review end-to-end monthly closing activities, including accurate processing of accruals, prepaids and daily accounting entries (i.e. Salary accruals (bonus, overtime, sick leave, paid leave), Tax booking Review and post employee reimbursements. IFRS Expertise: Possess strong knowledge and practical experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), with expertise in IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) and IFRS 16 (Leases) for Vehicle, Building, ITAAS. Ensure the correct application of IFRS standards to company transactions and financial reporting Inter-company Transactions: Manage and reconcile inter-company transactions, ensuring proper accounting / FX impact and elimination. Resolve inter-company discrepancies and streamline inter-company processes. Balance Sheet Review: Conduct regular and comprehensive reviews of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles. Identify and investigate significant fluctuations / aged open items or unusual items. Prepare annual audit information for external auditors on specific balance sheet accounts 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 Demonstrated strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), especially IFRS 9 and IFRS 16. 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 – Transfer Pricing | 4 – IFRS I 5 – Stakeholder Communication I 6 – 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