Lead - General Accounting

Role & responsibilities

• Purpose of the role is to be the primary point of contact / focal point within GBS for the specific GA/ARC processes. (general accounting, fixed asset, accounts receivable, credits, accounts payable, inventory, cost management, allocation, group close, ADD/SUP reporting, audit support, performance reporting, FBW submissions)
• Make accounting decisions in line with DOFA limits
• Adhering with the tasks outlined in the QMS Systems of GBSE
• Ensure timely and accurate Group Accounts submissions and drive for consistent improvement of Key Performance Indicators (Post Gait Adjustments; Intercompany differences) and higher quality Group Accounts reviews
• Ensure the team fully complies with the Balance Sheet Integrity standard and reports on a timely and correct basis to the Internal Control team on ledgers for which the team is responsible
• Senior Analyst will coordinate the relationships with in-country Finance team, auditors and central teams.
• Provide effective support to system transformations in all phases of the project
• Incumbent will provide accounting and reporting support to the business.
• Incumbent will liaise with the finance stakeholders to ensure the completeness of books, and group reports.
• Incumbent will be accountable for sustaining the compliance and integrity of accounting and reporting processes assigned to the GBS.
• Manage the interface with related roles performed in the outsourced service provider and external audit.
• Accountable for building capability and supporting change within the Group ARC team in the drive for exceptional customer service, operational excellence & compliance
• Work timings US hours (6:00pm to 3:00am IST)

Experience and Essential Criteria

• Relevant 7+ years finance and accounting experience
• Recognized accounting qualification (Preferable)
• Able to manage multiple/conflicting priorities with a strong track record of delivery against tight deadlines
• Innovation and change management competencies
• Ability to align operational and project management tasks and priorities
• Customer- and service-oriented thinking
• Readiness for action and ability to work under pressure,
• Self-confident appearance in relations to the internal and outside world
• Strong communication and cooperation skills