Accountant

Institute of Management Accountants, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohesity is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant in Bengaluru to support end-to-end GL accounting, close cycles, and reporting. You will collaborate with AP, Tax, and Payroll teams and play a role in automation initiatives using AI tools to improve financial visibility.

The role requires strong accounting fundamentals, experience in US GAAP/Ind AS, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, global shared services environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA or CA Inter with hands-on industry experience.
• 6-10 years of relevant accounting experience in ITES/shared services.
• Strong exposure to GL accounting, reconciliations, close processes and reporting.
• Experience in a cost-plus business model will be an added advantage.
• Exposure to US GAAP, IGAAP and Ind AS frameworks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end General Ledger accounting and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, intercompany transactions, and other adjustments.
• Record bank payments and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate with AP, Tax and Payroll teams to ensure accurate GL balances.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports and management reporting schedules.
• Support internal and external audits with schedules and documentation.

Skills

GL accounting

month-end close

reconciliations

financial reporting

analytical skills

stakeholder management

Education

CA or CA Inter

Tools

NetSuite

FloQast

Tableau

Job description

Cohesity is the leader in AI-powered data security. Over 13,600 enterprise customers, including over 85 of the Fortune 100 and nearly 70% of the Global 500, rely on Cohesity to strengthen their resilience while providing Gen AI insights into their vast amounts of data. Formed from the combination of Cohesity with Veritas’ enterprise data protection business, the company’s solutions secure and protect data on-premises, in the cloud, and at the edge. Backed by NVIDIA, IBM, HPE, Cisco, AWS, Google Cloud, and others, Cohesity is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, with offices around the globe.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team in Bangalore. The role requires strong accounting fundamentals, hands-on experience in end-to-end GL accounting, and exposure to shared services operations within the ITES industry.

The incumbent will support financial close activities, reconciliations, payroll accounting, audits, and reporting while ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IGAAP, and Ind AS. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, accuracy, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams in a fast-paced environment.

This role will also play a critical part in advancing automation and Agentic AI initiatives to improve operational efficiency, financial visibility, and reporting effectiveness.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE

• Manage end-to-end General Ledger (GL) accounting and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, intercompany transactions, and other accounting adjustments.
• Record bank payment entries and perform periodic bank reconciliations.
• Liaise with AP, Tax, and Payroll teams to ensure accurate GL balances.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports and management reporting schedules.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations in FloQast and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Prepare monthly flux analysis and provide variance explanations to management.
• Coordinate with FP&A teams for accrual accounting and reporting requirements.
• Liaise with Head Office stakeholders for commission, bonus, and related accounting entries.
• Review payroll accounting entries and support payroll-related statutory filings and reconciliations.
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register (FAR), including capitalization, depreciation, and asset tracking.
• Support internal and external audits by providing schedules, documentation, and required explanations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related responsibilities as assigned.
• Build automated reporting and agentic AI solutions using approved AI tools (Claude, Copilot) and partner with the business to meet their financial reporting needs and hands on using Claude, and Tableau.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and support high-quality decision-making.

WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of GL accounting and month-end close processes.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP, Ind AS and IGAAP.
• Experience in reconciliations, accrual accounting, and financial reporting.
• Exposure to payroll and fixed asset accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Excel, Tableau, NetSuite, Coupa, and AI-enabled productivity tools.

Preferred Systems Knowledge

• NetSuite
• SAP Concur
• FloQast
• Tableau

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or CA Inter with relevant hands-on industry experience.
• 6-10 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in ITES.
• Strong exposure to GL accounting, reconciliations, financial close, and reporting activities.
• Experience in a cost-plus business model environment will be an added advantage.
• Exposure to US GAAP, IGAAP, and Ind AS frameworks preferred.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative and adaptable approach in a shared services environment.
• Self-driven and proactive mindset.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and growth-oriented finance environment.
• Exposure to global accounting practices and shared services operations.
• Hybrid work model with strong learning and career development opportunities.
• Inclusive, performance-driven organizational culture.

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