Senior Analyst, Accounting

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• *Job Title:**

Senior Analyst, Accounting

• *Office location:**

Mumbai/Hybrid

• *Job Type (perm/FTC)**

Permanent

• *Context \& Job Purpose**

We are looking for a detail\-oriented and analytical **Senior Analyst \- Accounting** to support Record\-to\-Report (R2R) operations across the APAC region. This role is primarily responsible for General Ledger (GL) account reconciliations, balance sheet integrity, financial controls, and month\-end close activities. The incumbent will work closely with regional finance teams to resolve reconciliation issues, improve accounting processes, and ensure compliance with internal policies and reporting standards.

• *Key responsibilities**

• *General Ledger Reconciliations (50%)**

• Perform timely and accurate balance sheet and General Ledger account reconciliations across APAC entities using BlackLine.
• Review reconciliation accuracy and completeness in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure outstanding items are appropriately documented and resolved within defined timelines.
• Maintain robust supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance.

• *Issue Resolution \& Financial Controls (25%)**

• Investigate and resolve aged reconciling items through collaboration with cross\-functional stakeholders.
• Conduct root\-cause analysis to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal governance requirements.

• *Reporting \& Analysis (15%)**

• Prepare reconciliation status reports and management dashboards.
• Monitor key performance metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Support month\-end, quarter\-end, and year\-end close activities through analysis and reporting**.**

• *Continuous Improvement (10%)**
• Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation processes through automation and standardization.
• Support implementation of process enhancements to increase efficiency and control effectiveness.
• Contribute to best practice sharing and continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance organization.

• *Key Skills \& Competencies**

• *Technical Skills**
• General Ledger Accounting
• Account Reconciliations
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Record\-to\-Report (R2R)
• Financial Accounting
• Month\-End Close Activities
• Financial Controls \& Compliance
• BlackLine (Preferred)
• ERP Systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• *Professional Competencies**

• Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong documentation and process management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive and continuous improvement mindset
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• *Stakeholder Management**

The role partners with multiple finance functions across the APAC region, including:

• APAC Finance Teams
• Controllership
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Treasury
• Intercompany Accounting
• Corporate Accounting
• GOSC Leadership

• *Impact of the Role**
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of balance sheet accounts.
• Support timely and accurate financial close processes.
• Drive process standardization and automation initiatives.
• Improve operational efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Contribute to audit readiness and compliance objectives.
• Mentor and guide junior team members when required.

• *Qualifications**

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• 4\-6 years of experience in:
• Record\-to\-Report (R2R)
• General Ledger Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Month\-End Close Activities
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

• *Preferred**

• Hands\-on experience with BlackLine.

Professional qualification such as

• CA
• CMA
• ACCA
• CPA
• Experience supporting multinational or regional finance operations.

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