Finance - Accountant

Michelin France; Pune District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelin France is seeking an Accountant to support the Accounting Manager in delivering accurate financial records and timely statements in line with group standards and local laws. The role emphasizes compliance, control, and reliable reporting.

You will handle GL entries, reconciliations, closing activities, and coordination with auditors, contributing to high-quality financial information for management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level accounting foundation with practical GL/R2R exposure.
• Knowledge of local statutory requirements and group accounting standards.
• Experience using ERP systems to record and report financial data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GL entries comply with Group standards and local regulations.
• Record, verify, and control accounting transactions for accuracy.
• Perform account and bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Explain reconciliations and provide supporting documents to reviewers and auditors.
• Complete closing activities and timely financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate accounting records to support financial statements.
• Assist Accounting Manager / Cycle Analyst in group and local requirements.

Skills

General Ledger

Record-to-Report

Accounting

Compliance

Education

B.Com / M.Com / MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Accountant supports the Accounting Manager or Accounting Cycle Analyst in carrying out Group and local accounting activities. The role ensures accurate accounting records, compliance with Group standards and local legislation, and timely availability of financial information for preparing financial statements.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Ensure General Ledger (GL) entries and transactions comply with Group standards, local regulations, and accounting procedures.
• Record, verify, and control accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution.
• Explain account reconciliations and provide supporting documents to reviewers, internal and external auditors, and internal controllers.
• Complete closing activities and reporting within prescribed deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate accounting records to support the timely preparation of financial statements.
• Support the Accounting Manager or Accounting Cycle Analyst in meeting Group and local accounting requirements.

3. Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Education: B.Com, M.Com, or MBA with a sound foundation in accounting principles.
• Experience: 1–3 years in Accounting, General Ledger (GL), or Record-to-Report (R2R).
• Technical Skills: Experience working with any ERP systems.