Analyst Specialist

Yum! Brands; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Yum! Brands is seeking a Finance Analyst in India to manage revenue recognition, deferred income accounting, and DA tracking. You will ensure compliance with ASC 606/IFRS 15, maintain accurate records, and support decision-making through financial analysis.

Responsibilities include evaluating contracts, updating schedules, and validating incentive payments while adhering to SOX controls. Strong Excel and ERP expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus master's in accounting, finance, or related field; CA preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in revenue accounting or financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 606 / IFRS 15 and deferred income accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) and financial reporting tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, modeling, data analysis).
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition in line with US GAAP/IFRS.
• Analyse contracts to determine proper revenue treatment and validate transactions.
• Maintain and update deferred income schedules and reconcile balances.
• Track Development Agreements (DAs) and align reporting with contractual terms.
• Account for DA incentives including calculation, recognition, and settlement.
• Support SOX and internal audit requirements with timely information.

Skills

Revenue recognition accounting (ASC 6

IFRS 15

Financial analysis

Excel advanced formulas

Cross-functional collaboration

SOX/compliance awareness

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's + Master's in accounting/finance or CA qualified

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

Job Description:

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Analyst to manage revenue recognition, deferred income accounting, and development agreement (DA) tracking. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with accounting standards, maintain accurate financial records, and support business decision-making through detailed financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Recognition Accounting

• Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition in compliance with US GAAP / IFRS (IFRS 15 and ASC 606) and company policies.
• Analyse contracts to determine proper revenue recognition treatment.
• Work cross-functionally with finance and operations teams to validate revenue transactions.

Deferred Income Accounting

• Maintain and update deferred income schedules ensuring proper accounting treatment.
• Record, track, and reconcile deferred revenue balances as per accounting guidelines.
• Ensure accurate recognition of deferred income over the appropriate periods.

Development Agreement (DA) Tracking

• Track and monitor Development Agreements (DAs) to ensure compliance with financial terms.
• Work with relevant teams to update DA status and align financial reporting with contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate records of active and expired agreements.

DA Incentive End-to-End Accounting

• Ensure proper accounting and reporting of DA-related incentives, including calculation, recognition, and settlement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to validate DA incentive payments and adjustments.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting on DA incentives for management review.

Support Sox/Internal Audit

• Ensure adherence to SOX and internal audit requirements.
• Provide accurate and timely information to support audit.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree+ master's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CA qualified preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in revenue accounting, financial analysis, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of revenue recognition standards (ASC 606 / IFRS 15) and deferred income accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting tools and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, financial modeling, and data analysis).
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.