Senior Analyst, Accounting

Job Title:      

Senior Analyst,

Accounting 

Office location:

Mumbai

Job Type (perm/FTC)

Permanent

Context & Job Purpose

The Accounting Senior Analyst is responsible for managing core accounting activities, ensuring accuracy of financial records, compliance with statutory regulations, and timely submission of reports. The role involves accounts payable, cash management, general ledger reconciliations, tax compliance, intercompany billing, and support during monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with internal teams and business stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

Key responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Review and verify vendor invoices and supporting documents.
• Perform vendor account reconciliations and coordinate timely payments.

Cash & Bank Management

• Reconcile daily cash transactions across multiple bank accounts.
• Prepare daily/weekly cash flow and cash analysis reports.

General Ledger & Balance Sheet Reconciliations

• Prepare and submit Balance Sheet reconciliations with complete supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely and accurate submissions in BlackLine.

Period-End Close (Monthly / Quarterly / Annual)

• Prepare journal entries including accruals, amortizations, and adjustments.
• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, fixed assets, and equity.
• Support the overall close calendar to ensure timely financial reporting.

Intercompany Accounting

• Generate monthly intercompany invoices and share with relevant stakeholders.
• Update and maintain the IC tracker, reconcile balances, and follow up on outstanding payments

Statutory Accounting & Compliance

• Record monthly statutory payments and receipts.
• Support statutory reporting, tax submissions, and refunds.

Stakeholder Communication

• Coordinate with internal teams, managers, and cross-functional departments.
• Communicate status updates, issues, and required actions clearly and professionally.

Audit & Ad‑hoc Support

• Assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Support business review presentations, data extraction, and ad‑hoc financial analysis.
• Handle critical tasks with ownership and manage workload effectively.

Experience and Qualification Required

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from a recognized university.
•  Working knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle / Oracle Fusion).
• Advanced MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight timelines.
• Good communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to identify risks and take proactive measures.
• Supervisory skills (developing).

Preferred Skills

• Certifications in accounting or ERP (preferred, not mandatory).
• Experience supporting audits or large-scale financial operations.