Financial Controller – India Shared Services Center

Position Overview

As the Financial Controller/Accounting Manager, you will be at the forefront of our strategic initiative to bring the global corporate accounting functions in-house. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, you will oversee day-to-day general ledger accounting operations for all entities across the globe and play a pivotal role in building a high-performing accounting team from the ground up in India.

This role requires strong leadership, ownership, and hands-on accounting expertise. You will manage the global general ledger functions while supervising the billing, collections, and accounts payable teams based in India while helping to recruit, train, and scale a team of accounting professionals. You will also collaborate closely with US-based leadership. 

Long-term, this position offers significant growth opportunities as you contribute to transforming our India operations into a regional accounting shared services center.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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