Role Description:Role Overview:As a Accountant – Statutory Reporting and Closing, you will be responsible for leading and executing statutory reporting, financial close, and compliance processes across multiple legal entities. You will ensure timely and accurate delivery of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory requirements. The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, a deep understanding of audit and compliance frameworks (including SOX), and the ability to operate effectively in a global, fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities for assigned entities.Prepare and review financial statements ensuring full compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory regulations.Perform and oversee accounting functions including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, intangibles, leases, and intercompany transactions.Own the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, ensuring timely resolution of reconciling items.Reconcile ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) with consolidation tools (OneStream, Hyperion) and maintain monthly roll-forwards.Prepare and review detailed variance analysis, including P&L and balance sheet fluctuations.Ensure compliance with internal control processes under the SOX framework; document and maintain all required evidence.Drive statutory audits and manage relationships with external auditors by providing clear, timely, and accurate audit schedules and supporting documentation.Ensure timely and accurate preparation of footnotes for SEC filings and local government filings (e.g., annual returns, tax, and statistical reports).Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Treasury, Financial Systems, P2P, Risk & Controls, and Legal to support business-wide initiatives.Monitor changes in regulatory and accounting standards and ensure alignment of reporting processes.Support and lead ad-hoc projects such as ERP enhancements, process automation, and finance transformation initiatives.Required Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent certification required.Minimum 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a multinational corporation or Big Four environment.Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX compliance.Proven experience with statutory reporting, book closing, financial statement preparation, and audit support.Expertise in handling multiple legal entities and intercompany reconciliations.Hands-on experience with ERP platforms like Oracle or SAP.Experience with tools like Blackline, OneStream, or Hyperion Financial Management preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently across all levels of the organization.Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.Demonstrated project management skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.Preferred Skills:Experience in automation, ERP implementations, or finance transformation projects.Exposure to local Indian statutory requirements, including tax and ROC filings.Familiarity with SEC reporting for US-listed companies is a strong plus.{Hybrid & EMEA Shifts}
