General & Operational Accounting Advisor

Job Description | ---|--- Function | Finance | Cost Center | 1074954052 | Location | Gurgaon, Haryana - India | Region | Europe-France | Position | General & Operational Accounting Advisor | Grade | 10 | Reporting to | Director | Process Category | | Shift Time Day/Afternoon | 12.00 PM – 10.00 PM IST | Salary Range | Min. | Max. | As per market standard | | Functional Role (Job Description) | Individual will be responsible for a range of critical financial activities, including transfer pricing, VAT, and inter-company transaction management. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, IFRS and the ability to act as a key liaison between our Global Business Shared Services (GBSS) team and different stakeholders, including higher leadership. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. | | Essential | Desirable | Education Background | Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce or relevant field. | Professional Accounting Qualification (CA/CMA or equivalent) | Work Experience | Typically requires 10-12 years relevant experience | Global experience of working with teams across Geographies will be given preference | Key Responsibilities | Key Responsibilities: * Transfer Pricing Management: * Perform transfer pricing calculations and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. * Collaborate with relevant teams to implement and maintain transfer pricing models. * VAT Calculation and Compliance: * Oversee and perform accurate VAT calculations. * Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting and compliance with local and international tax regulations. * Support annual statutory reporting as per local GAAP * Liaison and Performance Management: * Act as a primary bridge between the GBSS team and internal entity departments regarding Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) performance. * Monitor and review GBS performance metrics related to AP/AR, identifying areas for improvement and driving efficiencies. * Review Vendor Invoices and payment proposals thoroughly before approval, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company policies. * Monitor and review end-to-end monthly closing activities, including accurate processing of accruals, prepaids and daily accounting entries (i.e. Salary accruals (bonus, overtime, sick leave, paid leave), Tax booking * Review and post employee reimbursements. * IFRS Expertise: * Possess strong knowledge and practical experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), with expertise in IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) and IFRS 16 (Leases) for Vehicle, Building, ITAAS. * Ensure the correct application of IFRS standards to company transactions and financial reporting * Inter-company Transactions: * Manage and reconcile inter-company transactions, ensuring proper accounting / FX impact and elimination. * Resolve inter-company discrepancies and streamline inter-company processes. * Balance Sheet Review: * Conduct regular and comprehensive reviews of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles. * Identify and investigate significant fluctuations / aged open items or unusual items. * Prepare annual audit information for external auditors on specific balance sheet accounts Knowledge and Attributes: * Strong attention to details with a high degree of accuracy. * Good verbal and written communication skills. * Display good planning and organizing abilities. * Knowledge and prior exposure to international entities, foreign currency and inter-company transactions * Demonstrated strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), especially IFRS 9 and IFRS 16. * Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems like SAP and BPC (added advantage). * Able to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization. * Take full ownership of end-to-end scope. * Deadline driven with ability to cope with difficult situations. * Have a solution-oriented mindset. * Proactive approach with the ability to think ahead in a fast-paced environment. Required Experience: * Extensive experience in a comparable role within a global organization * Advanced expertise in statutory accounting * Significant proficiency in financial systems and software | Key Performance Parameters | |1 – Financial Accounting|2 - Month-End Closing Efficiency |3 – Transfer Pricing | 4 – IFRS I 5 – Stakeholder Communication I 6 – Control and Governance | Essential Knowledge and Analytical Skills | MS Word/Excel/Outlook | Fluent in business English; both written and verbal communication skills essential | Managerial and Soft Skills | Open to work in Flexible Shifts & Hybrid Work Environment | Extended hours may be required in meet deadlines. It would be required to work with colleagues across different geographies and time zones | Must demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity, internal controls and data privacy | Should be a Good Team Player & Process driven person | Must be able to manage multiple priorities and able to work well in a fast paced, dynamic environment | Test to be Administrated | | Additional Information | |