SSC Specialist III GL

Michelman; Mumbai; On-site; INR 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelman is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our Shared Services Center in Mumbai. This role reports to the Asia Regional Controller and focuses on precise accounting and compliance for our global operations.

The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, collaborate across departments, and contribute to efficient GL processes. The position supports the US, Luxembourg, Belgium, Singapore, China, and India operations, with a budget CTC of up to INR 5 lacs.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting is required.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience desired.
• Experience with GL accounting and intercompany transactions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex journal entries and reconciliations, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, leases, and intercompany transactions.
• Analyze account activity to identify root causes of reconciling items or unusual balances.
• Support month-end close by coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring dependencies are addressed.
• Assist with audit and tax processes by providing explanations and documentation.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

GL Specialist III, Shared service center

Updated: April 2026

Company Overview

Motivated by unwavering values, and ingrained with a passion for innovation, Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of specialized sustainable chemistry used in industrial and agricultural coatings, digital printing, consumer packaging, and advanced composites for automotive and aerospace. From helping grow food and keep it fresh, to making vehicles lighter and more fuel efficient, to shielding our homes from the elements, Michelmans environmentally conscious solutions protect and enhance the materials that shape our world.

Michelman is proud of the values-focused work environment that we have crafted. We pride ourselves on our values of integrity, respect, and success. With our dedication to your technical and professional growth, in addition to our rigorous onboarding experience, we guarantee that you will find yourself challenged in new ways.

General Summary

Michelman is seeking a dedicated Accounting Specialist to join our Shared Services Center. This critical role, reporting directly to the Asia Regional Controller, is integral to our daily operations, ensuring precise accounting and compliance. We are looking for a proactive individual who is eager to learn, excels in cross-departmental communication, and applies critical thinking to their tasks. This position offers an excellent foundation for those looking to start or expand their career in accounting. Associates working as a part of the Shared Services Center will help to support our global operations in the US, Luxembourg, Belgium, Singapore, China, and India. Budget CTC INR 5 lacs max

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and review more complex journal entries and reconciliations, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, leases, and intercompany transactions.
• Analyze account activity and fluctuations to identify root causes of reconciling items or unusual balances.
• Support month-end close by coordinating closely with cross-functional teams and ensuring dependencies are addressed.
• Apply accounting guidance provided by regional controllership or global accounting for assigned areas.
• Support audit and tax processes by providing explanations, documentation, and follow-up for assigned accounts.
• Recommend improvements to efficiency, documentation, or controls within assigned GL processes, supporting implementation of approved changes.

Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advantage to have US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter with innate curiosity combined with personal and professional initiative
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively and collaboratively work with various levels of staff and management

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• 2-4 Years of experience

Preferred knowledge:

For latest GL posted, here are the preferred questions

• 1. Any exposure with Singapore accounting?
• 2. Experience on India related accounting, GST, TDS.
• 3. Bank entry recording.
• 4. How one manages email box response
• 5. Reconciliation preparation
• 6. Monthly close

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

About Michelman

Michelman is proud of the values-focused work environment that we have crafted. We pride ourselves in our focus on our values of integrity, respect, and success. With our dedication to your technical and professional growth in addition to our rigorous onboarding experience, we guarantee that you will find yourself challenged in new ways. We offer an excellent salary, incentive and benefits package in a dynamic, empowered team environment.

No phone calls please. Michelman does not hire individuals who use tobacco products. All candidates will receive a drug test prior to beginning employment which will include a test for tobacco products.

For more information about Michelman, please visit https://www.michelman.com/.

It is Michelman, Inc. policy to seek and employ qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Michelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans