Experience
10 - 12 yrs
Job Location
Kolkata, India
Vacancy
1
Designation
Accounts Manager
Job Type
Not specified
Job Description
Team Development Leadership : Lead the strategy and execution of building an in-house accounting team, initially performing hands-on accounting tasks while scaling the team to meet business needs.
General Ledger Management : Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
Oversight of Billing, Collections, and Accounts Payable : Oversee the various India based individuals on the billing, collections, and accounts payable teams.
Global Collaboration : Partner with US-based accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to align processes and deliverables across regions.
Transition Management : Support the transition of corporate accounting functions from third-party partners, leveraging your experience to establish robust in-house operations.
Process Optimization : Develop and implement efficient accounting workflows to support a high-volume, high-growth environment.
Compliance and Reporting : Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, adherence to internal policies, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Strategic Contribution : Participate in long-term initiatives to position India as a key regional shared services center for global corporate accounting.
Performance Expectations
Build and scale a high-functioning accounting team within defined timelines.
Deliver timely and accurate general ledger activities and financial reports.
Maintain consistent compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Support smooth transitions from third-party accounting partners.
Demonstrate strong ownership and autonomy in managing team and operational deliverables.
Requirements
Qualifications
Educational Background:
BS/BA degree in accounting or a related field. CPA or equivalent is preferred.
Experience:
10+ years of accounting experience, including leadership roles in managing teams and scaling operations.
Strong expertise in US GAAP and general ledger accounting.
Proven experience collaborating with US-based teams in a global organization.
Background in professional or managed services industries is a plus.
Skills:
Exceptional leadership, team building, and mentorship abilities.
High degree of ownership and autonomy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.