Accounting System Analyst

7741 WILEY APAC SERVICES LLP; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continual learning opportunities

Internal mobility & growth

Meeting-free Friday afternoons

Competitive compensation & benefits

Job summary

Wiley is seeking an Accounting Systems Analyst to join our ASC Systems team. This role blends finance and technology to automate and optimize accounting processes, improving efficiency, accuracy, and control across financial operations.

You will identify opportunities, design automation, and work with Finance to deliver data-driven solutions. Strong SQL, Python/VBA, and ERP experience are prized, with exposure to Alteryx/Power Automate and reporting tools like Power BI beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer applications (BCA), Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in automation, systems support, or related technical roles.
• Hands-on experience with Python and/or VBA scripting and automation.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Exposure to workflow automation or RPA tools such as Alteryx or Power Automate.
• Understanding of finance and accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and month-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Identify manual and repetitive finance processes and design automation solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Build and maintain automation workflows using Python, VBA/Excel Macros, Power Automate, Alteryx, or similar tools.
• Support integrations between ERP, accounting, and finance systems through APIs and direct data connections.
• Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries to extract, validate, and analyze financial data.
• Partner with Finance stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Test, monitor, and document automated processes to ensure reliability, compliance, and audit readiness.

Skills

Python

SQL

Excel

Automation concepts

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer applications / CS / IT / Engineering or related field

Tools

Alteryx

Power Automate

SAP

Job description

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role

We are seeking an Accounting Systems Analyst to join our ASC Systems team. This role sits at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting the development, automation, and optimization of accounting and finance processes. You will work closely with Finance and Systems teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and deliver technology-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control across financial operations.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Identify manual and repetitive finance processes and design automation solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Build and maintain automation workflows using Python, VBA/Excel Macros, Power Automate, Alteryx, or similar tools.
• Support integrations between ERP, accounting, and finance systems through APIs and direct data connections.
• Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries to extract, validate, and analyze financial data.
• Partner with Finance stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Test, monitor, and document automated processes to ensure reliability, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Troubleshoot existing automations and continuously improve process performance and scalability.
• Maintain documentation of automated workflows, system dependencies, and process logic.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in computer applications (BCA), Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Candidates with strong practical automation experience from other educational backgrounds will also be considered.
• 1-2 years of experience in automation, systems support, or related technical roles.
• Hands-on experience with Python and/or VBA scripting and automation.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Exposure to workflow automation or RPA tools such as Alteryx or Power Automate.
• Understanding of finance and accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and month-end close activities.
• Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Certification in automation or RPA tools such as Alteryx, Power Automate, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Previous experience working directly with Finance or Accounting teams is preferred.
• Experience with API integrations and system-to-system data flows would be advantageous.
• Exposure to Power BI, Alteryx, or similar reporting and dashboarding tools is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement automation solutions that drive efficiency.

We power infinite possibilities. For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing - creating impact that reaches everywhere. We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility.

Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees.

We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.

It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.

Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.