Analyst - Record To Report (R2R)

Job Summary

Introduction: A Career at Harman Corporate

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At Harman Corporate, you are integral to our company's award-winning success.

• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents - from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

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 9+ years of experience OR Master's degree OR CA with 7+ 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/Masters degree / MBA / CA / CMA in Accounting and 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