Global Accounting Associate

QS Quacquarelli Symonds; Mumbai; On-site; INR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Group Medical Insurance

Provident Fund and Pension

23 days leave after 5 years

Job summary

QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a world-leading provider of higher education analytics, is seeking a Global Accounting Associate to strengthen our finance operations across multiple jurisdictions. You will help ensure accuracy, governance and timely reporting for our international subsidiaries.

Join a dynamic team and contribute to audit readiness, tax compliance and continuous process improvement using modern accounting tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a professional accounting qualification such as CA/ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent. Part-qualified candidates who can demonstrate strong relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-country accounting and statutory reporting is an advantage.
• Excellent digital literacy, including confidence using emerging technology tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders at different levels, using a clear, respectful and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the full range of finance activities, including finance operations, statutory and management reporting, taxation, governance and compliance across subsidiaries in India and other locations as needed.
• Assist in consolidation processes and intercompany transactions, ensuring proper accounting and reconciliation.
• Partner with the finance team to support month-end and year-end close activities, including revenue recognition and related finance tasks.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities, ensuring timely review and resolution of outstanding items.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, audit schedules and other data required for management review and statutory compliance.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, company secretaries and other statutory bodies to help resolve finance, tax and compliance matters efficiently and effectively.
• Support tax compliance activities by assisting with filings, documentation and responses to queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure finance processes and reporting comply with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, corporate governance requirements and local statutory regulations across jurisdictions.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through clear communication, collaboration and timely follow-up.
• Improve the use of modern accounting tools and technology to enhance process efficiency, accuracy and control.
• Support cross-functional projects and contribute ideas that help improve finance processes and ways of working.
• Any other duties that fall within the purpose and scope of the role

Skills

Multinational finance

Audit & tax experience

Stakeholder communication

Digital literacy

Attention to detail

Independent work

Organization & prioritization

Education

CA/ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Audit software

Job description

At QS, we believe that work should empower you. That’s why we foster a flexible working environment that encourages every employee to own their career whilst thriving personally and professionally. Our company values underpin everything we do – we collaborate, respect and support each other.

It’s our mission to empower motivated people around the world to fulfil their potential through higher education, ensuring that everyone has access to opportunities that change lives.

Our diversity makes us stronger. By sharing our experiences, we learn from one another and achieve more together, driving progress across the sector.

At QS, you’ll be responsible for implementing real change in the international higher education landscape. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that see a positive impact across the business and the wider sector.

We’re confident you’ll feel right at home here. QS was named as one of Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® in the UK (October 2023) – recognition of the respect, trust and appreciation that drive our culture every day and as a gold-accredited Investors in People organisation – putting us among the top 28% of workplaces globally – it’s official: QS is a place where everyone can thrive.

As a Global Accounting Associate, this is what you’ll be doing:

The role:

As a Global Accounting Associate, you will play a key role in the integrity, accuracy and compliance of our global finance operations across multiple countries.

This role helps ensure strong financial governance, timely reporting and compliance across our international subsidiaries, enabling the business to operate with confidence and transparency. You will work in a dynamic, evolving environment where you can contribute to audit readiness, tax and compliance activities and the continuous improvement of finance processes through the effective use of technology

Role responsibilities:

• Support the full range of finance activities, including finance operations, statutory and management reporting, taxation, governance and compliance across subsidiaries in India and other locations as needed.
• Assist in consolidation processes and intercompany transactions, ensuring proper accounting and reconciliation.
• Partner with the finance team to support month-end and year-end close activities, including revenue recognition and related finance tasks.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities, ensuring timely review and resolution of outstanding items.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, audit schedules and other data required for management review and statutory compliance.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, company secretaries and other statutory bodies to help resolve finance, tax and compliance matters efficiently and effectively.
• Support tax compliance activities by assisting with filings, documentation and responses to queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure finance processes and reporting comply with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, corporate governance requirements and local statutory regulations across jurisdictions.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through clear communication, collaboration and timely follow-up.
• Improve the use of modern accounting tools and technology to enhance process efficiency, accuracy and control.
• Support cross-functional projects and contribute ideas that help improve finance processes and ways of working.
• Any other duties that fall within the purpose and scope of the role

Key skills and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree and a professional accounting qualification such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent. Part-qualified candidates who can demonstrate strong relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to drive delivery in audit, tax, compliance or corporate finance activities through professional, academic or other relevant experience.
• Experience working with multi-entity or multi-country accounting and statutory reporting is an advantage.
• Excellent digital literacy, including confidence using emerging technology tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders at different levels, using a clear, respectful and collaborative approach.
• A proactive, responsible, and solutions-focused mindset, with the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and adapt when priorities change.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and output quality

So, who are we and what do we do?

QS is the world leader in higher education services, analytics, insights and intelligence. From consultancy to student mobility, academic partnerships to branding solutions, our services power both institutional and individual success. We’re behind the world’s most widely read university rankings (Meltwater 2023). Our QS World University Rankings® reach hundreds of millions, shaping decisions and guiding futures.

Since launching in 1990, our impact and influence have only grown. Today, we work with more than 2,000 of the world’s leading higher education institutions, over 12,000 employers, and governments seeking change and socioeconomic development through higher education.

Join QS and you’ll join an 800-strong community of problem-solvers, creators, collaborators and change-makers based in 40+ countries and 11 international offices, including Australia, Malaysia, India, Romania, Singapore, France, Germany, the USA and our headquarters in London.

With every talented new hire, business acquisition and bold initiative, we’re strengthening our reach and delivering even greater value to institutions and learners worldwide. Are you ready to shape the future of higher education?

We take investing in our people very seriously.

As standard you will have:

• Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
• 21 days annual leave – increasing to 23 days after 5 years’ service + 8 days casual leave
• 14 days holiday for the year 2025
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Access to Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme
• Group Medical Insurance
• A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
• But that’s not all. Outside of these standard benefits we also offer resources to allow professional growth and wellness initiatives to nurture a healthy mindset:
• Free subscription to the Calm App – the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
• A focus on welfare which is led by our global wellness team, with mental health first aiders globally
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Service - dedicated services for enhanced EAP and comprehensive wellness with 24/7 helpline available through Truworth Wellness
• Access to a variety of diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
• Strong recognition and reward programs – including a peer-to-peer recognition platform, quarterly and annual QS Applaud Awards, Connect with your Career annual personal development event
• Support for volunteering and study leave
• Free subscription to LinkedIn learning – with over 5,000 courses and programmes at your fingertips
• Options to join our outstanding global Mentorship programme

As a candidate, we know the application and interview process can be daunting and so it’s important that you have a great experience with us. Our dedicated Talent Team will work hard to ensure you are fully informed at all stages and you are really excited by this opportunity to do meaningful work in the education space.

Equal opportunities

QS Quacquarelli Symonds is proud to be a fair and equal organisation where everyone has the same opportunity to achieve their full potential, irrespective of their background or personal attributes. We celebrate our diversity and believe through sharing our experiences we can learn from one another, be stronger together, and enable our business to thrive.