Senior Associate - Accounting and Financial Reporting

Senior Associate Accounting

Career Category

Finance

Job Description

Role Description:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Reconciliation & Reporting Specialist to support the Finance function through end-to-end account reconciliations, financial reporting, dashboard preparation, and management reporting activities. The role will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data across General Ledger (GL) accounts, vendor statements, and operational finance records while supporting timely reporting and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting knowledge, reconciliation expertise, reporting capabilities, and proficiency in financial systems and Excel.

Key Responsibilities

·       Perform end-to-end reconciliations of General Ledger (GL) accounts and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.

·       Review and reconcile vendor Statements of Account (SOA) with internal accounting records and coordinate resolution of discrepancies with stakeholders.

·       Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations and supporting schedules.

·       Develop and maintain finance dashboards, trackers, and MIS reports to support business and management decision-making.

·       Prepare management reports, variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial summaries for leadership review.

·       Ensure completeness, accuracy, and integrity of financial data used for reporting purposes.

·       Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing reconciliations and reporting schedules within defined timelines.

·       Identify unusual transactions, aging balances, and exceptions, and work with relevant teams for closure.

·       Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Procurement, Treasury, Tax, Payroll, and Controllership teams for reconciliation and reporting activities.

·       Maintain proper documentation and audit-ready support for all reconciliations and financial reports.

·       Assist in internal and external audit requirements by providing reconciliations, reports, and supporting documentation.

·       Support automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects related to finance reporting and reconciliation processes.

·       Monitor compliance with internal financial controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures.

·       Contribute to process standardization and efficiency improvements across finance operations.

·       Prepare ad hoc financial analysis, reports, and presentations as required by management.

Basic Qualifications

·       5+ years of experience with strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reconciliations, and reporting processes.

·       Experience in handling General Ledger reconciliations and financial reporting activities.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and reporting tools.

·       Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar finance platforms.

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.

·       Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

·       Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

·       Exposure to automation, reporting tools, and data analytics platforms is preferred.

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

·       Knowledge of financial management and local accounting principles.

·       Proficiency in Finance and Accounting knowledge

·       Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.

·       Experience with ERP systems and financial software.

·       Experience supporting finance and accounting operations.

·       Resourceful leader who can “connect the dots” across matrixed organization

·       Experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams and/or directing accounting activities

Good-to-Have Skills:

·       Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry.

·       Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools.

·       Business performance management

·       Accounting and/or Finance transformation experience involving recent technology advancements

·       Prior multinational capability center experience

·       Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

Soft Skills:

·       Excellent leadership and team management abilities.

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·       High level of integrity and ethical standards.

·       Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.

·       Ability to influence and drive change.

·       Adaptability to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

·       Strong organizational and time management skills.

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Experience Level

Mid Level