Sr. Executive

Xylem; Vadodara; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem is seeking an Inter CA/ Master in Accounting and Finance with 1–2 years of journal accounting experience to join our Vadodara finance team. You will prepare journal entries, perform month‑end reconciliations, and support close activities across units using BlackLine and Oracle ERP.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Advanced Excel, and effective communication to coordinate with cross‑country teams while maintaining SOX controls and strict documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Inter CA/ Master’s in Accounting & Finance with additional professional qualifications desired.
• 1–2 years of journal accounting experience.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Oracle or other ERP systems and BlackLine modules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to collaborate across countries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for month‑end close.
• Review bank statements and ensure proper cash/credit accounting.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to general ledger and fix imbalances.
• Perform period end intercompany balancing and accruals.
• Maintain SOX controls and ensure documentation compliance.
• Support ad hoc analyses and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑country business partners on accounting records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Sound accounting knowledge

Education

Inter CA/ Master's in Accounting & Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Fixed asset software

BlackLine

Advanced Excel

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations in support of month-end closing activities for multiple business units, using BlackLine, and ensuring proper documentation is obtained
• Review bank statements, Ensure proper accounting for cash/credit payments for AR &chargebacks.
• Weekly review of transactions posted in POBO/COBO Cash accounts and posting manual entries to match balances.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger identifying and correcting out of balances, addressing their causes, resolving the possibility of future issues
• Respond to inquiries regarding general ledger balances
• Processing of month end accrual entries.
• Perform period end Intercompany balancing.
• Assist with adhoc projects and analysis as requested
• Maintain/create reconciliations for balance sheet accounts & communicate with business partners to ensure invoices/expenses are recorded timely.
• Review P&L for expenses that need to be reclassified, prepare Inventory trend/cost analysis & Actual-to-Prior Year analysis.
• Review bi-weekly payroll file for errors, Ensure proper Profit Center/Cost Center alignment & post reclassification entries.
• Maintain applicable SOX controls
• Ensure all supporting documentation is in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines
• Consistently evaluate areas for process improvement.

Key Competencies

• Good learning attitude
• Good communication skills
• Compliance and integrity
• Asking questions when in doubt
• Team management
• Good interpersonal skills
• Sound accounting knowledge

Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

Required Qualifications

• Inter CA/ Master's Degree in Accounting and Finance preferably with additional professional qualifications
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in journal accounting
• Experience in manufacturing preferred
• Must possess strong analytical skills
• Competency with Microsoft Office and Advanced Excel functions
• Experience with Oracle or other ERP accounting systems and fixed asset software
• Experience with Blackline Journal Entries and Reconciliation modules a plus
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment and with teams in different countries

Additional Information

Physical Demands

• General office work à Sitting, standing, typing on a computer at desk, participating in phone calls

Work Environment

• Office environment, flexibility on working time as per assigned country, overlapping with assigned country hours

Standard Weekly Job Hours: 40+

Travel Requirement: None

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.