Specialist, Financial Operations

Pearson; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is looking for a Specialist in Financial Operations to provide oversight of accounting operations across the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and African regions. The role requires a strong understanding of international accounting standards and significant experience in finance roles, managing reconciliations, budgeting, and vendor management. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance, supporting business expansion, and contributing to financial planning and strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates will have qualifications such as CA and over 10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in regional or global finance roles, preferably within multinational organisations.
• Expertise in overseeing accounting functions and supporting financial operations across multiple countries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate accounting operations for APAC, ME, and African countries.
• Manage reconciliations related to global intercompany transactions.
• Develop, review, and analyse cost models for strategic decisions.
• Support budgeting processes and vendor management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for incorporating new entities globally.
• Contribute to organisational objectives and strategic finance initiatives.

Skills

International accounting standards (e.g., IFRS)

Accounting experience

Reconciliations

Cost modelling

Budgeting

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Inter CA, Commerce Postgraduate, Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Profile: Specialist, Financial Operations

Comprehensive Financial Oversight Across Multiple Regions

Role Summary

This role is responsible for providing strategic oversight of accounting operations across the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East (ME), and African regions. The position ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, drives compliance with international and local standards, and fosters operational efficiency. In addition, the role actively supports business expansion, risk management, and the implementation of best practices tailored to diverse regulatory environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate accounting operations for APAC, ME, and African countries, ensuring full compliance with both local and international financial regulations.
• Manage reconciliations related to global intercompany transactions and other ledgers, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Develop, review, and analyse cost models to support strategic business decisions and drive effective long-term financial planning.
• Support budgeting processes, oversee vendor management, and ensure the accurate preparation of IFRS calculations for consolidated reporting.
• Facilitate the incorporation of new entities globally by coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring statutory compliance, and streamlining onboarding processes.
• Take ownership of additional finance-related tasks at the global level, contributing to organisational objectives, strategic finance initiatives, and process optimisation projects.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS) and regional regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in accounting, reconciliations, cost modelling, budgeting, and vendor management.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different regions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Inter CA, Commerce Postgraduate, Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in regional or global finance roles, preferably within multinational organisations.
• Expertise in overseeing accounting functions and supporting financial operations across multiple countries.

Job Info

• Job Identification 24117
• Job Category Enterprise
• Posting Date 05/14/2026, 02:26 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time