Manager - Legal Entity Controller

harman; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

HARMAN in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Manager - Legal Entity Controller to own end-to-end IFRS financial reporting and local GAAP for European and American entities, and to manage statutory audits across these jurisdictions. The role combines technical accounting with regulatory compliance and cross-functional stakeholder management to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.

You will lead audits with Big4, review complex transactions, and guide the organization on IFRS changes while

Qualifications

• CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent fully qualified accounting credential.
• 6–10 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting or statutory audits.
• Deep IFRS knowledge with hands-on experience preparing or auditing IFRS financial statements.
• Experience managing statutory audits across multiple jurisdictions in Europe and the Americas.
• ERP experience with SAP, Oracle, or Workday.

Responsibilities

• Lead IFRS financial reporting and local GAAP for entities in Europe and the Americas.
• Coordinate statutory audits with Big4 and mid-tier firms to ensure timely filings.
• Review complex transactions including business combinations, revenue recognition, leases, and impairment.
• Develop accounting policy notes and disclosures accompanying financial statements.
• Maintain GAAP differences register and ensure alignment with internal controls.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

CA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Job description

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

• We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company's award-winning success.
• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents - from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

About the Role

Manager - Legal Entity Controller is a senior finance professional responsible for end-to-end ownership of financial reporting under IFRS and applicable local GAAP frameworks, as well as management of statutory audits across European and American jurisdictions. The role bridges technical accounting, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder management to ensure that the Group's financial statements are accurate, timely, and fully compliant with all applicable standards.

What You Will Do

• Lead the preparation of financial statements in full compliance with IFRS (IAS/IFRS standards as applicable).
• Ensure accurate preparation of financial statements under local GAAP for all entities in European jurisdictions (UK GAAP, German HGB, etc.) and American jurisdictions (US GAAP / local statutory requirements).
• Review accounting treatments for complex transactions including business combinations, financial instruments, revenue recognition (IFRS 15), leases (IFRS 16), and impairment (IAS 36).
• Prepare and review accounting policy notes, disclosures, and management commentaries to accompany financial statements.
• Ensure reconciliation of IFRS books to local GAAP books and maintain a comprehensive GAAP differences register for all entities.
• Act as the primary point of contact and relationship manager for external audit firms (Big4 and mid-tier) across Europe and the Americas.
• Plan, co‑ordinate, and drive the statutory audit calendar for all entities, ensuring timely completion and filing of audited financial statements within statutory deadlines.
• Monitor regulatory changes in statutory filing requirements across jurisdictions and update internal processes accordingly and support in regulatory filings.
• Provide guidance on the impact of new or amended IFRS standards and advise business units on required accounting changes.
• Work closely with the internal audit and risk functions to align on control frameworks and ensure deficiencies, if any, are addressed promptly.
• Design and implement robust financial reporting controls and checklists to reduce risk of misstatement in financial statements.
• Collaborate with regional CFOs, controllers, tax, treasury, and legal teams to align on financial reporting positions and timelines.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Professional accountancy qualification: CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent - fully qualified.
• 6-10 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, statutory audit, or a combination of both.
• In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS with hands‑on experience preparing or auditing IFRS‑compliant financial statements.
• Demonstrated experience managing statutory audits across multiple jurisdictions in Europe (e.g., UK, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Poland) and/or the Americas (US, Brazil, or Mexico).
• Strong understanding of at least one local GAAP framework
• Experience working in a multinational / Big4 audit firm environment at Manager level or above, OR in a Group Reporting role within a complex international organisation.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday)
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, solution‑oriented mindset
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification in accounting or auditing
• Big4 experience
• Experience in the automotive or automotive supplier industry.
• Strong project management skills
• Experience working in a multinational organization utilizing a Financial Shared Services model.
• External audit, ESG reporting experience.
• Prior exposure to M&A transactions, consolidation accounting, or financial due diligence.
• Experience with digital close automation and process improvement in a finance context.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing, corporate tax, and