Analyst - Record‑to‑Report (R2R)

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role
This is a professional role within the General Ledger Accounting function. The role is responsible for independently performing accounting activities without guidance, including daily, weekly, and monthly journal activities, month‑end close, reporting, and account reconciliations. The role will also support compliance and audit‑related tasks.
What You Will Do
Work with global teams across different geographies and across all HARMAN businesses

Perform daily tasks independently and in accordance with documented instructions

Collaborate within the general accounting and reporting function and with the line manager

Provide back‑up support for selected team members, as appointed by the line manager

Period‑End Closing
Prepare and post journal entries for various standard and ad hoc activities (e.g., accruals, provisions, reserves, recharges, reclasses)

Reconcile key GL accounts to ensure there are no unusual balances on the balance sheet

Maintain GL accounts, cost centers, WBS elements, etc., in SAP

Regularly monitor AUC GLs to ensure timely capitalization

Calculate rebates, commissions, royalties, etc.

Collaborate with Accounts Receivable for raising credit invoices

Report financials in the HARMAN consolidation system

Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Reconcile various balance sheet GL accounts using standard templates and provide aging analysis where applicable

List open items with appropriate action plans and target closure dates

Follow up with relevant action owners to ensure timely resolution of open items

Compliance
Periodically review and update control documents

Ensure adherence to compliance requirements in all activities, with zero deficiencies

Collaborate with the line manager to fulfill internal and external audit requests

What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience OR Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience OR CA with 2+ years of experience / MBA Tier 1

Strong accounting knowledge with a good understanding of US GAAP and IFRS

Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders and colleagues

Good understanding of charts of accounts and cost objects

Strong ownership and accountability in the function you lead

Strong communication and presentation skills

Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Bonus Points if You Have
Bachelor’s/Master's degree /MBA/CA/CMA in Accounting & Finance

IFRS certification / ACCA / CMA / CPA / CFA

Working experience in SAP, S/4HANA, and/or a consolidation tool (OneStream) is a plus

Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, multitasking, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to work effectively across functional boundaries to deliver successful outcomes

A transformation mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo

What Makes You Eligible
Be willing to travel internationally occasionally if required

Be willing to work in an office

What We Offer
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

Competitive wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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