Sr. Finance Analyst

Calling all originals At Levi Strauss Co you can be yourself and be part of something bigger We re a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger So add your voice Make an impact Find your fit and your future Summary of the role Senior Finance Analyst - Global Direct AP is a full-time role responsible for the Direct AP process for LSE LSA and AMA affiliates and GTC As part of the core Global Direct AP team the Direct AP team member actively analyses direct AP processes and documents the business process requirements as such the team member is the essential liaison between the Wipro team SSM and the Affiliate users and should be a champion of the solution AS US GAAP The Global Direct AP Accountant will also prepare the GRIR Trade payable and other accrual GLs He she would be expected to ensure that the Wipro team records all invoices and processes payments as per the due date He she is also expected to prepare daily pending invoice reports and work with various internal stack holders i e DC SSM Wipro team etc to resolve the issues causing delays in payment In addition the Solar Direct AP analyst will also partner with the Wipro team SSM IT support team vendors DC and logistics team providing training and business process input to the end-user and the larger end-user community The Senior Accountant- Global Direct AP reports to the Global Direct AP Manager About the role In-depth knowledge of the company s business processes in the area of Direct AP accounting and invoice processing payment and or strong SAP experience S 4 preferred Strong knowledge of one or more business domain areas with strong business application knowledge Strong analytical skills and the ability to move forward with incomplete information Experience as a current system user Respect his her peer group and end-user community for his her knowledge and skills Empowerment to make decisions on functional process or operational changes Excellent team player skills with strong oral and written communication skills Ability to raise relevant issues drive for solutions and make decisions under time constraints Experience with system implementations preferred Experience with conducting presentations and training Application software skills including presentation spreadsheet and word-processing applications Ability to adapt to changes and ready to work in a fluidic dynamic business environment Ability to train and or coach others Ability to work in a fast-paced hands-on environment Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience with closing and reporting in SAP ERP Good grasp and experience of US GAAP standards Direct AP accounting reconciliation reporting and SOX controls Strong working knowledge of Lease Inventory and Sales Accounting About you Independently lead daily monthly quarterly controllership deliverables related to Direct AP GRIR recon Accrual GL recon Trade payable GL recon and clearing open items after reconciliation at the PO and PO line items level Prepare the adjusting entry for trade AP during the month quarter close Facilitate and explain LS Co financial accounting processes to BPO partners Good grasp and experience of US GAAP standards reporting and SOX controls Acts as a key subject matter expert i e Inventory accounting GRIR Accrual GLs etc SME for Direct AP Identify document and resolve issues Develop business process documentation process flows business process procedures etc Develop presentations Provide the first line of support for vendors SSM and other stakeholders Deliver training to the Wipro Direct AP team Assist in formal and informal change management activities Accounting Graduate Post Graduate CA CPA CMA qualified or intermediate 8 to 10 years experience in related field with special emphasis on Direct AP accounting and processing Captive industry experience serving global client MNC preferred Good grasp and experience of US GAAP standards reporting SOX controls Skills in Microsoft Office HFM and SAP Mandatory Excellent communication skills - written spoken and reading Benefits We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters Whether it is for medical care taking time off improving your health or planning for retirement we ve got you covered Here s a small snapshot Complimentary preventive health check-up for you your spouse OPD coverage Best in class leave plan including paternity family care leaves Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi s products We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us regardless of race religion gender gender identity pregnancy disability sexual orientation age national origin citizenship status or genetic information We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates including those with disabilities and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone s perspectives and experience we never discriminate based on race religion national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation age or marital veteran or disability status LOCATION IND GBS Office Bengaluru FULL TIME PART TIME Full time