Senior Accounting Manager GL Accounting

Yext; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Compensation

Comprehensive Leave Package

Health & Wellness Offerings

Relocation Benefits

World-Class Office Amenities

Job summary

Yext, a leader in enterprise AI, is looking for a Senior Accounting Manager in Hyderabad. You will oversee month-end close processes, manage accounting teams, and implement efficiencies. Strong GAAP knowledge and leadership experience are required. Join a diverse workplace that encourages innovation and offers world-class benefits.

The role demands proficiency in accounting tools like NetSuite and a solid educational background in accounting. Enjoy performance-based compensation and comprehensive leave packages to maintain work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years accounting experience (preferably with Big 4 background or Big 4/private mix).
• Ability to work during U.S. Eastern standard time close periods.
• Experience in an international business environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close process with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Manage day-to-day activities and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and prepare complex transaction summaries.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting

CPA or Chartered Accountant

Tools

NetSuite

Workday

Tableau

Job description

Yext (NYSE: YEXT) is the enterprise agentic marketing platform. AI is changing how customers find brands, and Yext gives enterprises the infrastructure to compete: Scout analyzes 10 billion signals monthly across four AI models to surface where you’re losing and why, the Knowledge Graph maintains the verified data AI cites, and content generation and distribution agents syndicate brand content across LLMs, listings, social platforms, and review sites in real‑time. Thousands of brands in financial services, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and food rely on Yext to win across AI and traditional search. Join us and experience firsthand why we are consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work globally by Built In, Fortune, and Great Place To Work®.

Yext is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounting Manager to join its growing and dynamic accounting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the monthly close process, analytical and financial metrics, team management & development, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen the overall control environment. Reporting directly to the Director, Corporate Accounting based in the U.S., this position will lead a team of five and serve as the India Accounting Team Lead. Key responsibilities include leading and owning aspects of the close process, such as cash, prepaids, fixed assets, publishers, accruals and capitalizable software, while driving process improvements and automation initiatives. The successful candidate must be a proven team leader and demonstrate knowledge of business and accounting concepts with strong attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and own month‑end close process, including reviewing journal entries, variance analysis, and balance sheet/income statement reconciliations.
• Direct and manage day‑to‑day activities related to the close process, process improvements, automation, and analysis of business results to support the company’s growth.
• Research and implement new accounting policies/procedures as well as act as a technical resource to a variety of stakeholders.
• Review accounting transactions to ensure they and the financial statements are properly reflected and in accordance with GAAP.
• Summarize complex transactions and present findings/implications to senior leadership.
• Initiate and lead process improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Participate in developing and maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring quality controls over business transactions and reporting.
• Assist in managing external auditors for annual audit and quarterly audit requests.
• Provide high‑level customer service to finance and non‑finance business partners.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to support company‑wide initiatives and apply critical thinking skills to provide solutions that drive company performance.
• Perform ad‑hoc analysis and reviews and respond to inquiries from senior management.
• Coach, train and mentor a high‑performing team, fostering professional growth and skill development.

What You’ll Have

• Degree in Accounting
• 10+ years accounting experience (preferably with Big 4 background or Big 4/private mix & working in US Public Company)
• CPA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong knowledge and application of GAAP, and internal controls
• Leadership experience with a proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate teams
• Detail‑oriented, process‑driven, and strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Ability and willingness to work shift hours to support the U.S. team during critical close periods, often aligning with U.S. Eastern standard time working hours.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and present complex financial data to senior management
• Quick learner, intellectually curious, and excited by the challenge of mastering and improving complex systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work well under pressure in a deadline‑driven, results‑oriented environment
• Experience in finance/business process improvement initiatives, including an interest in exploring AI and automation technology to drive efficiencies
• Prior experience working in an international business environment
• Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, Workday, Floqast, and Tableau or equivalent systems is required

Perks And Benefits

At Yext, we take pride in our diverse workforce and prioritize creating an engaged and connected working environment. Our ambitious mission is to transform the enterprise with AI search, and we know that to achieve that, we need a global team of innovators, visionary thought leaders, and enthusiastic collaborators passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world and contributing to an extraordinary culture.

Benefits

• Performance‑Based Compensation: We offer an attractive bonus structure and stock options for eligible positions.
• Comprehensive Leave Package: Our leave package includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Casual Leave, Bereavement Leave, National Holidays, and Floating Holidays to ensure a healthy work‑life balance.
• Health & Wellness Offerings: We provide medical insurance with 7L coverage, including enhanced parental and outpatient department (OPD) coverage for you, your spouse, two dependent children, and two parents (as applicable and subject to eligibility requirements).
• Relocation Benefits: We offer relocation assistance and an allowance to eligible candidates to help ease your transition.
• World‑Class Office & Building Amenities: Our office has a top‑notch infrastructure, including gaming rooms, a plush pantry, and breakout areas.

Yext is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a results‑driven, engaging culture where every employee has the opportunity to contribute to the success of the Company, perform at the highest possible level, and grow their skills and capabilities. Yext welcomes employees and applicants of all backgrounds and demographics, and does not engage in discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic recognized under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. The Company believes a broad variety of life experiences across the Yext team is critical to its mission to help every business in the world be visible everywhere customers search. By seeking out fresh perspectives and fostering a positive interview experience and employee experience, Yext can remain at the forefront of innovation, and better serve its customers.

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