Job Summary
Job Level: E1.1 (R2R – Month End and Reconciliations)
Location: Hyderabad or Noida
Job Type: Full-Time work from office
Company Overview: XXXX
Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented Record-to-Report (R2R) Senior Analyst with 6–8 years of experience to join our Finance team. In this elevated role, you will not only maintain accurate financial records and support the month-end and year-end close processes but also take a key role in process optimization, team mentorship, and cross-functional reporting. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a shared services environment, advanced problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial data effectively to global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Journal Entries:
- Prepare, review and post complex journal entries in adherence with established accounting principles and company policies.
- Ensure all entries are well-documented with appropriate supporting evidence and comply with internal audit requirements
- Month-End & Year-End Closing:
- Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including detailed account reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
- Mentor junior team members in closing procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial close
- Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Assist in the creation and review of financial statements, perform thorough variance analysis, and prepare comprehensive management reports.
- Investigate discrepancies in data and provide clear documentation along with proposed corrective actions.
- Reconciliations:
- Prepare and review periodic reconciliations for critical general ledger accounts (e.g., bank, intercompany, balance sheet) and ensure continuous alignment with financial policies.
- Drive prompt investigation and resolution of any discrepancies, establishing best practices for future reconciliations
- Connect with stakeholders for the resolution of open items and escalate, where required to ensure all open items are tracked to closure as per prescribed timelines
- Process Improvement:
- Support initiatives to automate and streamline R2R processes, including the adoption of new financial systems or enhancements to existing tools.
- Contribute to the development, refinement and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the R2R domain.
- Audit & Compliance:
- Facilitate internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation and coordinating on audit-related queries.
- Ensure that all R2R processes adhere to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and applicable accounting standards
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Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
- 6-8 years of experience in record-to-report functions, ideally within a shared services environment.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, or equivalent) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of internal controls, audit processes, and relevant accounting standards.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with Balance Sheet Reconciliation tools (e.g. Blackline, Cadency etc), workflow tools (JIRA etc).