Senior Accountant - US GAAP

Makse Group; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Makse Group in Gurugram is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage month-end close and consolidation for multiple clients in the U.S., leveraging GAAP/IFRS knowledge and ERP experience.

You will prepare journal entries, oversee GL activity, support payroll/AP/AR, and contribute to FP&A and analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Commerce required.
• CPA or CA certification required.
• 3+ years accounting experience.
• Experience with GAAP and/or IFRS standards.
• Strong understanding of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting the implementation and optimization of financial systems (e.g., General Ledger, billing, T&E, AP procurement).
• Prepare monthly and annual financial close and consolidation processes for multiple clients.
• Prepare and post journal entries; manage general ledger activity and reconcile key accounts (bank, cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, etc.).
• Support payroll and deduction entries; oversee accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Provide guidance on technical accounting matters, ensuring compliance with US GAAP or IFRS as applicable.
• Apply sound judgment in navigating differences between GAAP and IFRS, especially in areas such as revenue recognition, asset treatment, and expense recognition.
• Support financial audits by preparing required documentation and working with external auditors.
• Partner with client leadership on budgeting, FP&A, and special projects, including cash flow forecasting and business analytics.
• Liaise with client-side banks, vendors, and third-party partners.
• Contribute to building standardized processes and best practices across consulting engagements.

Skills

US GAAP

IFRS

Financial statements

Excel

G Suite

Workday

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Commerce

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

G Suite

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Accounting Services practice. This role will be responsible for managing the month-end and annual close and consolidation process for our clients. The ideal candidate will have at least 3+ years of hands‑on experience in finance and accounting operations and a strong understanding of key accounting principles. This position offers the opportunity to help build and standardize accounting practices across a growing client base in the U.S. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in driving process improvements and supporting our clients’ financial operations. Candidate is a self-starter who has a very strong understanding of the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow transactions, and with a deep understanding of financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting the implementation and optimization of financial systems (e.g., General Ledger, billing, T&E, AP procurement).
• Prepare monthly and annual financial close and consolidation processes for multiple clients.
• Prepare and post journal entries; manage general ledger activity and reconcile key accounts (bank, cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, etc.).
• Support payroll and deduction entries; oversee accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Provide guidance on technical accounting matters, ensuring compliance with US GAAP or IFRS as applicable.
• Apply sound judgment in navigating differences between GAAP and IFRS, especially in areas such as revenue recognition, asset treatment, and expense recognition.
• Support financial audits by preparing required documentation and working with external auditors.
• Partner with client leadership on budgeting, FP&A, and special projects, including cash flow forecasting and business analytics.
• Liaise with client-side banks, vendors, and third-party partners.
• Contribute to building standardized processes and best practices across consulting engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Commerce
• CPA or CA certification required Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Experience with GAAP and/or IFRS standards required
• Strong understanding of financial statements and core accounting principles
• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems is a strong plus
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and G Suite products
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication abilities