Accounting Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to support core accounting functions, month-end close, financial reporting, and process improvements across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in R2R, US GAAP, SAP systems, and financial analysis, with the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams.

Experience

• 5+ years of overall finance experience

• Candidates with 10+ years of finance domain experience will be given preference

• Prior experience in R2R, month-end close, GL, VAT, audit, SAP, and related areas is essential

Qualification

• MBA in Finance and Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

• Additional certifications in accounting, analytics, or systems will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & R2R

• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities including journal entries (revaluation, accruals, reclass, recurring JEs).

• Ensure high-quality account reconciliations with no unexplained variances.

• Oversee VAT clearing, payroll postings, accruals, reconciliations, and other period-close tasks.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and accounting standards.

• Recommend and implement improvements in accounting methods and departmental procedures.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and analyze financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and other key reports.

• Provide insights, explanations, and financial advice based on US GAAP, SAP, and business data.

• Ensure delivery of accurate, compliant financials to business stakeholders.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain regular communication with finance and business stakeholders.

• Support audits by providing required documentation and responses.

• Manage ad-hoc financial queries from in-country teams, business leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Support new business initiatives, transitions, and finance-related projects.

Process Improvement & Technology

• Identify and propose process improvement opportunities.

• Support transitioning of Controllership Ops activities for assigned entities.

• Leverage tools such as RPA, Power BI, data analytics platforms, SAP GL/AR/AP/MM/FA, and consolidation systems like Hyperion.

Operational Responsibilities

• Process invoices and expense reports with accuracy and policy compliance.

• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies proactively.

• Assist in internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely information.

• Ensure transparent accounting practices and strong relationships with internal and external partners.

• Flexible to work in shifts as required by the business.

Skills & Competencies

Critical Skills

• Hands-on experience with SAP (GL, AR, AP, MM, FA)

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, R2R, and best accounting practices

• Expertise with data analytics tools and Hyperion reporting systems

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Knowledge of banking domain processes

Preferred Skills

• Experience handling full close processes for multinational entities

• Audit experience

• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Proactive, innovative, and capable of leading initiatives

Tagged as: SAP, US GAAP