Senior Accountant

Job Description: Senior Accountant

Location: India

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with at least 5+ years of experience, including 2 years in a senior role. This position requires an understanding of US GAAP, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to perform complex accounting tasks. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the financial health of our company by ensuring accuracy and compliance in our financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Month End and Analysis:
• Be a top contributor to the month end close process by staying on tight deadlines and performing tasks efficiently
• Analyze and interpret financial data to provide insights and recommendations.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and discrepancies.
2. Journal Entries and Reconciliations:
• Prepare and post complex journal entries, including intercompany transactions, allocations, and amortizations.
• Perform various types of balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
3. Compliance and Audit:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist with various audit tasks during various year end audits
4. Problem Solving and Decision Making:
• Work independently to resolve accounting issues and discrepancies.
• Provide solutions and recommendations after receiving appropriate training and resources.
5. Support US-based Deadlines:
• Work augmented hours as needed to align with US time zones and meet critical deadlines.
• Coordinate with US-based teams to ensure seamless financial operations.
6. Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role, with at least 2 years in a senior position.
• Understanding of US GAAP and its application.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in analyzing and reviewing financial data.
• Ability to work independently and problem solve after appropriate training.
• Willingness to work augmented hours to support US-based deadlines.
• Experience in performing various types of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Netsuite or similar accounting system and Microsoft Office Suite.