Senior Associate

IN553 Guidehouse India Pvt Ltd; Thiruvananthapuram, Erode; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse India is seeking a Revenue Accountant to join our accounting team in India. You will review contracts, apply ASC 606, and maintain revenue schedules while ensuring compliance with US GAAP.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, Big 4 exposure preferred, and familiarity with Costpoint, PeopleSoft, and Oracle FCCS. CPA/CA progress is a plus, with independent work and strong prioritization abilities essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Big 4 or large public accounting firm experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, with emphasis on ASC 606.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint, PeopleSoft) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Oracle FCCS) is a plus.
• CPA (or progress toward certification) or CA Intermediate is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contracts and identify performance obligations under ASC 606.
• Determine appropriate transaction price allocation and timing of revenue recognition.
• Prepare and maintain detailed revenue schedules, including deferred revenue and contract assets/liabilities.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls over revenue recognition processes.
• Prepare revenue-related disclosures for financial statements and assist with footnote preparation.
• Research and document technical accounting positions related to revenue recognition for complex arrangements.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline revenue accounting and reporting.
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits related to revenue and other accounting areas.
• Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Support preparation of financial statements and related disclosures under US GAAP including disclosures required under ASC 606.
• Assist with consolidation and reporting processes as needed.
• Perform research and analysis on various accounting matters.
• Collaborate with the US team on special projects and process improvements.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

ASC 606 expertise

Independent worker

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

CPA candidate / CA Intermediate

Tools

Costpoint

PeopleSoft

Oracle FCCS

Job description

Job Family: Accounting (India) Travel Required: Up to 25% Clearance Required: None

What you will Do:

• Review customer contracts and identify performance obligations under ASC 606.
• Determine appropriate transaction price allocation and timing of revenue recognition.
• Prepare and maintain detailed revenue schedules, including deferred revenue and contract assets/liabilities.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls over revenue recognition processes.
• Prepare revenue-related disclosures for financial statements and assist with footnote preparation.
• Research and document technical accounting positions related to revenue recognition for complex arrangements.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline revenue accounting and reporting.
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits related to revenue and other accounting areas.
• Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Support preparation of financial statements and related disclosures under US GAAP including disclosures required under ASC 606.
• Assist with consolidation and reporting processes as needed.
• Perform research and analysis on various accounting matters.
• Collaborate with the US team on special projects and process improvements.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Big 4 or large public accounting firm experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, with emphasis on ASC 606.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint, PeopleSoft) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Oracle FCCS) is a plus.
• CPA (or progress toward certification) or CA Intermediate is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What would be nice to have:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across time zones.

About Guidehouse India

At Guidehouse India, we’re redefining what’s possible by creating opportunities that change lives. Guidehouse is a global professional services firm that delivers advisory, technology, and managed services to clients across both the commercial and public sectors. Our teams turn bold ideas into solutions that transform industries, strengthen communities, and drive meaningful impact worldwide. Across our Chennai, Trivandrum, and Gurugram locations, you’ll find opportunities where your passion and curiosity help shape what comes next. With cutting edge benefits, innovative learning and development programs, and a people first culture, we empower our people to lead with purpose. We continue to expand our teams and capabilities across India, investing in state-of-the-art offices and high impact work. Here, you’ll collaborate with experts from around the world, build deep expertise, explore new domains, and accelerate your professional growth while making a real impact.

What We Offer

At Guidehouse India, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our people and their families at every stage of life. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both inside and outside the workplace. Our benefits include resources such as in-house physician consultations, nutritious food options at the workplace, and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, along with other wellness focused offerings that support your overall well being. Our comprehensive learning and development programs ensure you’re continuously upskilled and ready to tackle next, so you can shape your own career path while contributing to meaningful, purpose driven work.

Contact Us

If you have visited our website to explore career opportunities or to apply for a position and have questions, please contact the Guidehouse Recruiting team at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only as required to support the recruitment process. To learn more about Guidehouse in India, visit www.guidehouse.com/india. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com