Staff Accountant

Blackbaud; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbaud is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional in Hyderabad to manage daily cash accounting activities and support month-end close. The role emphasizes automation and data-driven improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.

You will work with global accounting teams, support audits, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and Indian GAAP. This on-site position is based in Sky tech, Financial District, Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset with strong numerical aptitude.
• Attention to detail is essential for financial reporting.
• Good communication and teamwork across finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Own daily cash accounting activities and support month-end close processes.
• Drive process improvements through automation and technology to increase efficiency.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accurate records.
• Analyze financial data for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance for external reporting.
• Collaborate with finance, treasury, and global accounting teams for cash transactions.
• Support internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation and strengthening controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

CA / CMA / CPA license

Tools

Workday

BlackLine

Job description

Work Location & Schedule

Work Location: Sky tech, Financial District, Hyderabad, India

Work Schedule: This role supports customers and stakeholders primarily during U.S. business hours. Expected working hours are 11:00 AM to 08:00 PM IST, with occasional flexibility required to support collaboration with U.S.-based teams and business needs. Participation in after-hours support rotations and select holiday coverage may be required based on product, region, or business needs.

What you’ll do

• Own daily cash accounting activities and support month-end close processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting across the organization.
• Drive process improvements through automation, standardization, and the use of technology to increase efficiency, scalability, and data quality.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of financial records.
• Analyze financial data and reporting for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance, including information used in external reporting and regulatory filings.
• Partner closely with finance, treasury, and global accounting teams to ensure accurate accounting for cash transactions and facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Support internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation, responding to requests, and helping strengthen internal controls and compliance processes.

What you’ll bring

• Active Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost and Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• 1+ years of accounting experience, preferably combining public accounting and corporate accounting environments.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements, with exposure to Ind AS, Indian GAAP.
• Understanding of financial close processes, account reconciliations with emphasis on cash activities, audit support, compliance requirements, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience using enterprise financial systems such as Workday and/or BlackLine, with strong analytical skills and proficiency leveraging technology, automation, and data-driven insights to improve accounting operations.

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