Sr. Finance Analyst

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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.