Assistant Manager- Lease Accounting Analyst

VOIS; Maharashtra; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) in India seeks an accounting professional with month-end close experience and SAP knowledge to support lease accounting and contract processing. You will ensure IFRS 16 compliance checks, post payments in line with contract terms, and resolve stakeholder queries in a virtual, matrix-based environment.

You will collaborate with local market teams, finance operations, landlords and cross-functional groups across Europe, contributing to process improvements and

Qualifications

• Month-end close experience in a corporate finance environment.
• Practical knowledge of IFRS 16 lease accounting requirements.
• Experience with SAP for contract processing and payments.
• Ability to analyze operational queries and respond clearly and timely.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration across geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Process contract creations and modifications within agreed timelines.
• Validate contract conditions and controls before payments are posted.
• Perform IFRS 16 compliance checks for each applicable contract.
• Post vendor and landlord payments per contract terms.
• Coordinate with local market teams and landlords in a virtual, matrix-based environment.
• Provide timely responses to stakeholder queries and contribute to process improvements across Group Functions.

Skills

Month-end close

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

Who We Are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth.

With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

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About This Role

We are seeking an accounting professional with experience in month-end close activities and practical SAP knowledge to support lease accounting and contract processing.

You will help ensure accurate contract creation and modification, complete IFRS 16 compliance checks, post payments in accordance with contract terms, and resolve stakeholder queries efficiently.

The role involves close collaboration with local market teams, finance operations, business stakeholders and landlords in a virtual, matrix-based environment.

What You Will Do

• Process contract creations and modifications accurately within agreed timelines.
• Validate contract conditions and confirm that all required controls are in place before payments are posted.
• Complete IFRS 16 compliance checks for each applicable contract.
• Post vendor and landlord payments in line with agreed contract terms.
• Understand upstream dependencies and work with relevant teams to facilitate timely contract postings.
• Resolve queries from local market Finance Operations teams, business stakeholders and landlords on a first-time-right basis.
• Respond to stakeholder enquiries promptly, clearly and accurately.
• Provide focused operational support to local market functions.
• Collaborate effectively within a virtual, matrix-based team and engage stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify and support process improvements across Group Common Functions.
• Analyse and respond to non-English queries from European stakeholders concerning lease accounting, using appropriate tools and process knowledge.

Who You Are

• You have sound accounting knowledge and experience supporting month-end close activities.
• You possess practical working knowledge of SAP.
• You understand contract processing, payment postings and financial controls.
• You have knowledge of, or experience working with, IFRS 16 lease accounting requirements.
• You can analyse operational queries and provide clear, accurate and timely responses.
• You collaborate effectively with cross-functional and geographically dispersed stakeholders.
• You can work independently while contributing effectively within a virtual, matrix-based team.
• You demonstrate attention to detail, accountability and a first-time-right approach.
• You are comfortable using appropriate tools to interpret and respond to non-English business queries.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's In It For You

• Exposure to IFRS 16 lease accounting processes in an international telecommunications environment.
• Opportunities to collaborate with finance, business and local market stakeholders across Europe.
• Experience working in a virtual, matrix-based and cross-functional organisation.
• The opportunity to contribute to process improvements across Group Common Functions.
• Practical experience supporting contract management, financial controls and payment operations.

What Skills You Will Learn

• End-to-end lease contract creation and modification processes.
• Practical application of IFRS 16 compliance requirements.
• SAP-based contract and payment processing.
• Stakeholder query management across international markets.
• Analysis of upstream dependencies affecting contract postings.
• Cross-functional process improvement and operational control.
• Communication and collaboration within a virtual, matrix-based environment.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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