Consultant - (rtr)

Key Responsibilities 1 Financial closing Collaborate with various user departments such as Business FInance Sales Marketing Procurement Admin etc to gather financial data and ensure the accuracy and completeness of entries during preparation for month-end quarter-end and year-end close to support year-end close Provide support in terms of reconciliations of accounts investigate discrepancies ensure appropriate adjustments are made Prepare and post journal entries in SAP after ensuring sufficient and appropriate supporting documentation Assist in the review of ledger balances and preparation of audit schedules to support balances reflecting in financial statements to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies Ensure necessary actions are taken against aged non-moving items per the schedule Work closely with local finance teams to gather necessary data and explanations and ensure consistent accounting and reporting providing support during adjustments and reconciliations Preparation of daily weekly Bank Reconciliations ensuring the balances as per statement match those as per Bank Confirmation and ensuring no aged items in the reconciliations Ensuring all aged GRIR balances are cleared and necessary follow-ups with business users to maintain GL hygiene 4 Fixed asset accounting Ensure the creation of internal orders and the assignment of AUC in accordance with the CER requests that have been approved Review the Capital Work in Progress CWIP balances regularly and ensure timely and accurate capitalization of projects that have reached their completion or are due for capitalization Ensuring timely depreciation runs to maintain accurate financial records Manage and respond to requests related to the disposal impairment or write-off of fixed assets in accordance with organizational policies and Ind AS Develop and present a reconciliation schedule that is consistent with the trial balance to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reporting 3 Intercompany accounting Perform accurate and timely recording of intercompany transactions ensuring adherence to accounting principles and company policies Review and process intercompany invoices receipts payments while maintaining proper documentation Perform regular reconciliations of intercompany accounts and identify resolve discrepancies promptly Prepare and present intercompany account reconciliations for review and approval Investigate and resolve intercompany-related issues addressing inquiries from stakeholders across markets Implement corrective actions to prevent future discrepancies and errors Collaborate with various departments and entities within the organization to ensure proper intercompany transactional flows Continuously assess and enhance intercompany accounting process activities to streamline operations and increase accuracy Ensure month-end balances are correctly eliminated while consolidation 4 Compliance and reporting Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies procedures international accounting standards and transfer pricing policies regulations Ensure adequate controls and approvals are in place at all times Assist in the preparation of local and consolidated financial statements and reports for management board meetings and external stakeholders Contribute to the development and enhancement of financial reporting processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy 5 Process improvement Identify opportunities for RTR process optimization automation and standardization within the financial accounting and close processes Collaborate with cross-functional and operation excellence teams to implement improvements and enhance overall efficiency 6 Audit support Assist with internal and external audit requests providing necessary documentation information to ensure a smooth audit process within the timelines Support in timely audit closure by assisting in query resolution Address audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed Who will you partner with Your manager You will report to DGM - Record-to-Report RTR Your team You will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the colleagues of other finance processes in the Shared Service Center Other partners Internal Finance teams across various business markets other business functions External Auditors Who are we looking for Key Skills Technical Skills Proficiency in using SAP S 4HANA mandatory Familiarity with other SAP modules ICMR FCC Accrual engine and BPM Solution will be a plus Excellent command of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables complex formulas and data manipulation techniques to facilitate financial analysis and reporting Familiarity with financial consolidation tools and software to manage intercompany transactions eliminations and reporting across entities Strong understanding of financial reporting frameworks and ability to apply relevant accounting standards Ind AS to complex transactions In-depth knowledge of accounting standards IFRS Ind AS and financial reporting requirements Strong knowledge of accounting practices legalities and compliances pertaining to direct and indirect tax regulations in India Knowledge of local tax regulations for Bangladesh Sri Lanka Indonesia Africa would be an added advantage Familiarity with reporting tools such as Tableau Power BI QlikSense Alteryx or other data visualization platforms to create clear and informative reports for stakeholders Familiarity with data integration and automation tools that could enhance the efficiency of the financial closing processes Soft Skills Candidate should be well versed in English Proficiency in Bahasa Portuguese Spanish will be a plus Strong attention to detail accuracy and commitment to data integrity Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and propose solutions Effective communication skills to interact with various stakeholders including finance teams auditors and management Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Team player with the capability to collaborate across departments geographies and cultures Proactive attitude towards process improvement and the ability to drive change Education Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field is required A professional qualification such as CA Inter or CMA is highly desirable and will be considered a plus Experience 2 to 5 years of experience in Record to Report Bank Reconciliation intercompany accounting controlling consolidation or a similar role within a finance or accounting function is required Experience working in a financial shared services environment is preferred but not mandatory Prior exposure to working with international financial reporting standards IFRS and Indian Accounting Standard Ind AS is essential Proven track record of successfully managing and coordinating the financial close process for complex organizations will be advantageous