Accounting Controller - Reconciliation Expert

Role Summary

We are looking for a senior accounting professional with at least 8 years of relevant experience to take ownership of end-to-end Balance Sheet Reconciliation, GL account reconciliations, accounting controls, and month-end and year-end close activities . The ideal candidate will have a strong hands-on accounting background, solid SAP experience , and the ability to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records while collaborating closely with our international accounting teams.

Experience with IFRS 16 would be considered a strong advantage.

Your Responsibilities

Perform periodic (monthly/quarterly) balance sheet account reconciliations across various GL accounts (bank, intercompany, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, provisions, etc.) Investigate and resolve reconciling items/open items in a timely manner, coordinating with relevant stakeholders Ensure all reconciliations are prepared as per defined SOX/internal control guidelines and closed within agreed SLAs/TAT Review and validate reconciliations prepared by junior team members (if applicable) Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments Work closely with FP&A, AP, AR, and Treasury teams to resolve discrepancies Assist in statutory and internal/external audit requirements by providing supporting schedules and explanations Identify process gaps and drive automation/process improvement initiatives in reconciliation activities Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and company policies Support lease accounting and reconciliations under IFRS 16 (right-of-use assets, lease liabilities) — added advantage Prepare MIS reports and dashboards on reconciliation status, aging, and open items Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for all reconciliation activities Your Experience and Skills Bachelor's/Master's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance (B.

Com/M.Com); CA Inter/ICWA Inter/MBA Finance preferred 7–10 years of relevant experience in general accounting, R2R, or balance sheet reconciliation roles Strong hands-on working experience in SAP (FI module) is mandatory Solid understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, and month-end close processes Knowledge of IFRS 16 (lease accounting) will be an added advantage Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)

; exposure to reconciliation tools (e.g., Black. Line) is a plus Good communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle high volumes of transactions Willingness to work from office (Chennai location) Nice to have Experience working in a shared services/GBS/KPO environment Exposure to multiple ERP systems besides SAP Prior experience supporting statutory/internal audits What we offer Professional challenges and good opportunities for personal and professional development Good working environment and engaged colleagues with competitive conditions Independent role with a solid team and professional environment.