Senior Accounting Manager

Global Business Services Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our GBS Finance team in India. The role will lead a small accounting team and take ownership of core accounting activities, month-end close, balance sheet integrity, financial reporting and analysis. The position will work closely with Finance stakeholders in India, the Netherlands. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support a team of accounting professionals, ensuring accurate and timely completion of daily, monthly and year-end activities. • Own the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, provisions, reconciliations and reporting. • Take end-to-end ownership of balance sheet accounts and ensure all key accounts are properly reconciled, supported and reviewed. • Identify and resolve aged or unusual reconciling items, investigate root causes and ensure timely corrective actions. • Analyse month-to-month P&L and cost movements, identify significant variances, and provide clear explanations and actions to Finance stakeholders. • Ensure accounting is performed in accordance with local GAAP and financial reporting is aligned with US GAAP and Group requirements. • Ensure accurate and timely reporting in SAP BPC and other relevant systems in line with Group deadlines. • Support intercompany accounting and reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of differences. • Support internal and external audits and maintain effective internal controls and accounting documentation. • Drive process standardisation, automation and continuous improvement across GBS accounting activities. Profile • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification is an advantage. • 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multinational company or shared service/GBS environment. • Strong understanding of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions and financial reporting. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to explain financial and cost variances and identify root causes. • Experience leading, coaching or mentoring accounting team members. • Good knowledge of US GAAP and local GAAP; experience with SAP/ERP systems. SAP BPC and QAD are a plus. • Advanced Excel skills, strong attention to detail and a high level of ownership. • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with stakeholders across India, Europe and the US. Nice to Have • Experience in a global shared service or GBS organisation. • Experience with intercompany transactions and multi-currency accounting. • Knowledge of VAT, withholding tax or other accounting-related compliance requirements. What We Offer • A leadership role within an international and growing GBS Finance organisation. • A challenging role with exposure to global Finance stakeholders and processes. • A collaborative, professional environment with opportunities for process improvement and career development. • Full-time position with a competitive performance-related compensation package.