Lead - US Accounting

Lytegen

Chandigarh
Rs. 5,00,000-18,00,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago
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Job Title: Senior Accounting ManagerLocation: India (On-site)
Reports To: U.S. Finance Leadership
Shift Timing: 9:30 PM – 6:30 AM IST (US Business Hours)
Working Days: 5 Days a WeekCompany OverviewSkySun.io (A Lytegen Company) is a fast-growing global organization supporting U.S.-based operations through high-impact finance, technology, and operations teams in India. We work closely with U.S. leadership to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready financial information while maintaining strong controls and audit readiness.Role PurposeThe Senior Accounting Manager is a critical ownership role responsible for maintaining accurate, current, and audit-ready books for the India entity while supporting U.S. intercompany accounting. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role, not a coordination or oversight-only position.The role requires someone who can run accounting end-to-end independently, meet close deadlines, and provide reliable financial data to U.S. finance leadership without hand-holding.Key Responsibilities1. End-to-End Accounting Ownership (Non-Negotiable)

Own the General Ledger completely
Prepare and post journal entries and month-end adjustments
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closes
Handle accruals and prepaid accounting
Own intercompany accounting between India and U.S. entities

2. Reconciliations (Full Ownership)

Bank accounts
Credit cards
Clearing and suspense accounts
Payroll and benefits
Vendor balances
Intercompany balances

Books must always be clean, supported, and fully explainable.3. Accounts Payable (AP)

Vendor setup and master maintenance
Invoice validation and accurate coding
Payment coordination and tracking
AP aging control and cleanup
Ensure approvals follow the defined matrix
Prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments

4. Accounts Receivable (AR) & Intercompany Billing

Intercompany billing between India and U.S. entities
Client invoicing (where applicable)
AR tracking and aging
Collections tracking and follow-ups
Ensure revenue is recorded accurately and on time

5. Payroll Coordination

Manage India payroll inputs, validation, and reconciliation
Support U.S. payroll with accurate accounting inputs
Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and accruals
Ensure payroll entries are complete and well-documented

6. Controls, Documentation & Audit Readiness

Maintain strong audit trails and documentation standards
Enforce approval matrices and segregation of duties
Prepare schedules and support internal and external audits
Respond to auditor queries with clarity and speed

7. Reporting & Communication

Provide timely, accurate financial reports to U.S. leadership
Clearly explain variances, balances, and adjustments
Flag issues early with recommended solutions
Maintain consistent communication across time zones

RequirementsRequired Experience

7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior role as Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager
Proven experience running books end-to-end
Strong intercompany accounting experience
Experience supporting U.S. entities from India
Hands-on experience with month-end close under tight deadlines
Prior audit support experience

Required Skills

Strong GAAP accounting fundamentals
Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills
Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar
High attention to detail with the ability to work fast and accurately
Strong written and spoken English communication
Ability to work independently and take full ownership

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