Global Controlling - Accounting Specialist

EY India; India; On-site; INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is looking for a Senior Account Specialist in India. This role focuses on financial management and compliance, requiring at least four years of experience in finance or accounting. Responsibilities include analyzing financial reports, engaging in audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have strong accounting skills, familiarity with financial software, and an ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working environment

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in Finance, Accounting, or Controlling.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong analytical abilities with big data.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial variances and provide insights.
• Generate financial reports and reconciliations.
• Handle large datasets for decision-making.
• Support audit activities and maintain accuracy.

Skills

Accounting and financial controlling experience

Numerical skills

Preparation and analysis of financial statements

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

SAP

Job description

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Role summary: The Senior Account Specialist plays a crucial role within the CAM support team. The Country Accounting Manager (CAM) is the Finance Relationship Owner (FRO) for statutory reporting, providing essential guidance to manage and ensure the compliance with statutory and regulatory accounting requirements for the entity / entities under their remit.

Function/Sub Function: Global Finance-Controlling

Reports to: Accounting Controller (FRO)

The opportunity

• Make a real difference in our financial management by bringing fresh ideas and practical solutions.
• Be at the forefront of refining how we handle our finances, making our processes smarter and more efficient.
• Take on a role dedicated to improving accounting methods for better performance.

Your key responsibilities

• Analyse financial variances in Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet, providing commentary and actionable insights.
• Generate routine and ad hoc financial reports, including reconciliations and financial statements.
• Handle large datasets for informed decision-making.
• Support and proactively engage with internal and external audit activities.
• Conduct intra-group reconciliations to maintain accuracy across the Group.
• Collaborate with the General Ledger team to ensure correct processing of transactions and deliver accurate financial reporting in accordance with agreed timelines.
• Ensure adherence to the regulatory framework and accounting policies for financial integrity.
• Evaluate and refine accounting controls and processes to optimize performance.
• Support ad-hoc projects.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong background in accounting and financial controlling.
• A sound business sense with excellent numerical skills.
• Proven experience in preparing and analysing financial statements.
• Ability to prioritise activities and work diligently to meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working both in a team environment, across functions and locations as well as working independently.
• Possess an open-minded and culturally sensitive outlook, a well-structured and self-driven work approach, and a drive for innovation.
• Positive attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving, with an ability to challenge assumptions and decisions in an appropriate manner.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• At least 4 years of professional experience in Finance, Accounting, or Controlling.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel capabilities.
• Analytical acumen with a knack for synthesizing insights from big data.

Ideally, you'll also have

• A good knowledge of and experience with SAP is preferred.
• A proactive, motivated attitude with adaptable communication skills.

What we look for

• Professionals with a robust background in accounting and control.
• Individuals eager to drive process improvements and enhance controls.
• Hardworking candidates with a positive mindset and deadline-driven work ethic.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across ten locations (Argentina, China, Hungary, India, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom) with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We'll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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