Associate - General Accounting

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 position in General Ledger Accounting. The position will be responsible for carrying out accounting activities with guidance which include daily, weekly and monthly journal activities, month end closing, reporting and account reconciliations. Also support compliance and audit tasks

What You Will Do
Work with global teams geographically and across all Harman businesses
Perform daily tasks in accordance with written instructions and based on guidance from the line manager or senior team members
Collaborate within the general ledger accounting team and the line manager
Provide back-up for one selected team member as appointed by the line manager

Month end closing:
Prepare and post journals entries for various standard and ad hoc activities viz., Accruals, provisions, reserves, recharges, reclasses, etc.
Reconcile key GL accounts to ensure no unusual balances are left in Balance Sheet
Maintenance of GL accounts, cost centers, WBS elements, etc. in SAP (where required)

Balance Sheet Reconciliations:
Reconcile various Balance Sheet GL accounts using standard templates and provide aging analysis where applicable.
List open items with appropriate action plan and target dates of closure
Follow up with relevant action owners to timely resolve open items.

Compliance:
Periodic review and update of Control documents
Adherence to compliance in all activities and ensure zero deficiencies.

What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
4-6 years in of working experience in General Ledger Accounting in India
Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal
Strong accounting knowledge, good understanding on US GAAP and IFRS
Enthusiastic, self-starter, and quick learner with excellent communication skills.
Willingness to work in EU and US time zones and accept to deliver in stringent timelines
Excellent MS office suite skills (Excel, PPT, Word)

Bonus Points if You Have
Master’s degree or higher accounting qualification would be a distinct advantage
Good knowledge and experience working in SAP
Prior experience of working in shared services / BPO industry would be a plus
Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders and other colleagues

What Makes You Eligible
Successfully complete a background investigation and an occupational health screening (may include a drug screen) as a condition of employment
Willingness to work in EU and US time zones and accept to deliver in stringent timelines.

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 products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
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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