Senior Accounting Specialist

Senior Accounting SpecialistFull-time Chennai, IndiaNow, more than ever, the Toast team is committed to our customers. We're taking steps to help restaurants navigate these unprecedented times with technology, resources, and community. Our focus is on building the restaurant platform that helps restaurants adapt, take control, and get back to what they do best: building the businesses they love. And because our technology is purpose-built for restaurants, by restaurant people, restaurants can trust that we'll deliver on their needs for today while investing in experiences that will power their restaurant of the future.Bready* to make a change?Toast is growing in India  In addition to our software development team, we are building a captive Finance shared services team. The Senior Accounting Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and will provide support to the Global CAO organization by posting journal entries, preparing account reconciliations, and performing ad hoc requests as needed by the accounting team. We are looking for candidates with an accounting or finance degree and experience working for a publicly traded company.About this roll* (Responsibilities)Payroll Accounting & CompliancePrepare payroll accounting for US and EMEA entities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.Ensure compliance with US GAAP, local statutory requirements, SOX controls, and internal audit standards.Month-End Close & ReportingSupport month-end and quarter-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciliations (payroll, prepaid, fixed assets) and payroll cost flux analysis.Deliver accurate schedules and insights for management and auditors.Collaboration & Stakeholder SupportPartner with Payroll Operations, Finance & Strategy, and other teams to ensure data integrity, resolve discrepancies, and provide audit support. Process Improvement & TechnologyDrive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements in payroll accounting. Explore opportunities to apply AI and advanced analytics to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in financial processesDocumentation & System ManagementMaintain up-to-date process documentation and standard operating procedures.Support new system implementations by participating in UAT for accounting processes.Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements)●      CA/CPA/CMA – 3 to 4 years or semi-qualified or >5 years of relevant accounting experience.●      Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.●      High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality●      Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills●      Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets●      Knowledge of general accounting principles (US GAAP)●      Experience with cloud-based ERP/financial systems (NetSuite, ZIP & Floqast etc.)●      Strong problem-solving skills and work ethic.●      LEAN - Continuous improvement mindset●      Shift Timings – 2 to 11 PM ISTSpecial Sauce* (Nonessential Skills/Nice to Haves)●      Experience with NetSuite●      Experience with accounting/financial reporting at a SaaS company●      CA/CMA/CPA/ACCA Qualifications are preferredAI at ToastAt Toast we're Hungry to Build and Learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it's a core part of our culture.Our Spread* of Total RewardsWe strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters' changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for SuccessAt Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences.We Thrive TogetherWe embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs. Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community. To learn more about how we work globally and regionally, check out: Apply todayToast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process. 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