Lead Specialist - Financial Reporting & Controls

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits program

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) in India is seeking an experienced Reconciliation Lead to manage GL, bank and intercompany reconciliations. You will review variances, prepare journal entries, and uphold strict policy compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role demands 7–8 years of reconciliation experience, including lead responsibilities, with a focus on accuracy, process improvements, and collaboration with audit teams across global clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master in Commerce or CA/CPA qualification.
• 7–8 years in reconciliations incl. Cash/Bank and Intercompany.
• Lead specialist experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling General Ledger Accounts, Bank and Intercompany Accounts.
• Review/Approve Reconciliation Accounts.
• Perform month end activities e.g. preparing and uploading journal entries.
• Review and investigate reconciliation variances.
• Maintain detailed records of all reconciliations and adjustments.
• Addressing and improving problematic reconciliations within the process.

Skills

Reconciliation

GL accounting

Intercompany

Education

Bachelor/Master Degree in Commerce or Semi Qualified/Qualified Accountant(CA/CPA).

Job description

Introduction

Welcome to Gallagher in India — where expertise, technology, and purpose come together. Since 2006, Gallagher in India has supported global teams by delivering quality, service, and speed through deep expertise, smart technology, and specialized knowledge services. More than just an operations center, it’s a place where careers grow through collaboration, continuous learning, and purposeful work. We drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation so our teams can focus on serving clients. If you enjoy solving problems and working with purpose, Gallagher is the place where you can grow and feel a sense of belonging.

How you'll make an impact

Responsibilties:

• Reconciling General Ledger Accounts, Bank and Intercompany Accounts


• Review/Approve Reconciliation Accounts


• Perform month end activities e.g. preparing and uploading journal entries, etc.


• Review and investigate reconciliation variances


• Maintain detailed records of all reconciliations and adjustments


• Addressing and improving the problematic(bad) reconciliations within the process


• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.


• Identify opportunities to streamline reconciliation processes and improve efficiency.


• Investigate and resolve any variances in a timely manner


• Managing and clearing of Open items, including timely communication to stakeholders of aged open items


• Ensuring high accuracy in the reconciliation process


• Should be able to assist the Reporting Officer with both internal and external audit by providing requested supporting and answering queries raised Ensuring team is following standardized procedure and checklists.


• Upskill team process knowledge


• Resolve process related queries

Additional Responsibilities:

• Review/update the Financial Policies to team and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies


• Communicate effectively with COE and Divisions regarding reconciliation issues.


• Updating SOP, Error Log and other relevant documents


• Conduct Process Trainings


• Implement best practices and automation tools where applicable.


• Review the QA Findings and take necessary actions


• Prepare/Approve complex Reconciliation Accounts


• Conduct regular calibration and refresher sessions.

About you

Qualifications:

• Bachelor/Master Degree in Commerce or Semi Qualified/Qualified Accountant(CA/CPA).

Work Experience:

• Minimum 2 yrs as Lead specialist and Overall Exp of 7-8 years in Reconciliations like Cash/Bank, Balance sheet and Intercompany Balance sheet and Intercompany.

Additional Information

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself.For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation


• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being


• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning


• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership


• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Communityto stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)