DGM - Accounting COE_Pune

Vodafone Group Plc; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for professional growth

Exposure to complex financial structures

Participation in strategic transformation projects

Job summary

Vodafone Group Plc is seeking a skilled accounting professional based in Pune District, India, to provide functional leadership within the global Accounting Centre of Excellence. You will oversee IFRS16 governance and guide high-impact transformation initiatives that align with global compliance frameworks.

As a Chartered Accountant, you will lead end-to-end activities improving data quality and reporting integrity, while collaborating across teams to support business-critical projects. Join us for an opportunity to influence accounting strategy in a diverse, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with strong expertise in IFRS16 and financial accounting.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale finance transformation projects.
• Effective communicator capable of providing clear accounting guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional responsibilities in the Accounting Centre of Excellence adhering to IFRS16.
• Oversee activities to enhance data quality and reporting integrity across markets.
• Provide expert advice to support accurate financial statements and disclosures.

Skills

IFRS16 expertise

Financial accounting

Data analytics

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Chartered Accountant (or equivalent)

Job description

About this Role

We are seeking an accomplished accounting professional to provide functional leadership within the global Accounting Centre of Excellence. This role oversees IFRS16 governance, guides high-impact transformation initiatives, and ensures consistent, compliant accounting treatment across Vodafone Group markets. Operating within a complex and dynamic environment, the individual will influence strategic decision‑making, collaborate across functions, and drive continuous improvements in global Record to Report processes.

What you will do

• Lead functional responsibilities within the Accounting Centre of Excellence to ensure adherence to IFRS16 and related accounting governance processes.
• Oversee end‑to‑end activities that enhance data quality, reporting integrity, and compliance across Vodafone markets.
• Steer accounting treatment for transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with IFRS, Group policies, and local GAAP.
• Partner with global teams to prioritise and implement key accounting initiatives, supporting business‑critical projects such as Device Lifecycle Management, AI‑driven solutions, and M&A activities.
• Provide expert advice to Chief Accountants and local markets to support accurate financial statements, disclosures, and balance sheet reviews.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, analyse IFRS16 performance insights, and support global compliance frameworks.

Who you are

• A Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) with strong technical expertise in IFRS16 and financial accounting.
• An individual with proven experience delivering large-scale finance transformation projects and supporting cross‑functional initiatives.
• Effective communicator with excellent partnering skills and the ability to provide clear, transparent accounting guidance.
• Analytical, innovative, adaptable, and confident navigating change in a global operating landscape.
• Skilled in IT and data analytics, with strong business acumen and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to influence accounting strategy and compliance across multiple global markets.
• Exposure to complex, high-value financial structures, including balance sheet assets and liabilities exceeding €40bn.
• Participation in strategic transformation projects spanning AI, M&A, and global R2R processes.
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced expertise in IFRS16 and global reporting governance.
• Cross‑market leadership capabilities within a global shared services environment.
• Enhanced analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Application of technology and data analytics in accounting transformation.

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.