Position: Compensation and Benefits Accounting – Associate
POSITION SUMMARY
The Compensation and Benefits Accounting Team is a part of the Office of the CFO and Controllership organization. The Associate will be a member of a team of professionals that serve as the organizational center of excellence for compensation, benefits, and equity plan accounting to deliver best in class accounting and support business partners with reporting and analysis. The Associate will be responsible for accounting and reporting for compensation, benefits and equity plans.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Ensure complete, accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes for compensation (Various short term and long term award plan) , benefits and equity plan accounting.
Prepare and record monthly journal entries and adjusting entries, as needed
Prepare pre-close month over month variance analysis and explanations
Work independently to monitor, maintain, and reconcile complex general ledger accounts; liaise with cross functional team to research and resolve reconciliation exceptions
Participate in special projects and ad hoc reporting
Cross train on various accounting functions within the team
Participate in completing and reviewing internal and external audit requirements
Integrate new unit/award issuance; forfeiture, termination into accounting processes and workpapers, as required
Assist with researching related technical accounting or reporting issues and provide timely, accurate and well documented guidance to ensure proper accounting treatment
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Maintain compliance with GAAP or regulatory accounting and reporting requirements
Monitor and maintain written documentation of policies, procedures, processes, and controls within Compensation and benefit areas
Become thoroughly familiar with assigned general ledger accounts, compensation and benefit programs, business segments and applicable technical accounting areas
Required Skills:
B.Com/M.com and MBA Finance
CA/CPA is a preferred
7+ years of experience in an accounting or finance role
Experience in accounting and/or audit procedures
Experience with financial accounting systems
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proven ability to work as an effective team player and ability to collaborate
Demonstrated strength in analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and achieve targeted outcomes
A commitment to a culture of excellence and client service
A sense of urgency, results orientation and thoughtful execution skills
Highly organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and positive work ethic
Ability to take direction and work independently
Preferred Skills:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA eligible
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP
Knowledge of compensation and benefits accounting
Familiarity with equity plan accounting
Working knowledge of VBA / Macros is a plus and Power BI
Previous experience with PeopleSoft
Location: Mumbai
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