US CPA Senior Accountant

Extern Data Solutions (opc); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Extern Data Solutions (opc) seeks an experienced US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our Finance & Accounting team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will have 3–7 years of relevant accounting experience, with strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and US accounting practices.

This role will work closely with our US-based management and accounting teams and play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring

Qualifications

• US CPA qualification is mandatory.
• Approximately 3–7 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with GL, reconciliations and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review day-to-day accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Handle GL accounting and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Perform and review reconciliations for bank, balance sheet, credit cards, and others.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes including entries and accruals.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals as required.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

GL accounting

Reconciliations

Journal entries

Month-end close

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our Finance & Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have approximately 3-7 years of relevant accounting experience, with strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and US accounting practices.

This position will work closely with our US-based management and accounting teams and will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reporting, and strengthening accounting processes and controls.

Role & responsibilities

• Manage and review day-to-day accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage General Ledger (GL) accounting and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Perform and review bank, balance sheet, credit card, and other account reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow reporting, and financial analysis.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for audits and tax filings.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and other financial service providers when required.
• Ensure accounting processes comply with applicable US accounting standards and internal policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Prepare management reports and provide financial insights to leadership.
• Work closely with US-based stakeholders and respond to accounting and financial reporting requirements in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure financial records are audit-ready.

Preferred candidate profile

• US CPA qualification is mandatory.
• Approximately 3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably supporting US companies or US-based clients.
• Strong practical knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Strong experience with General Ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end/year-end closing.
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or similar ERP/accounting systems is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with US-based management, clients, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple accounting priorities.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas will have an advantage:

• Accounting for US-based companies
• US corporate accounting
• US taxation and tax preparation support
• Audit preparation and coordination
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Payroll accounting
• Internal controls and process improvement
• Multi-entity accounting