Director - Technical Accounting

15 - 20 years

25 - 30 Lacs

Posted:2 weeks ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Description & Requirements
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
As a Director - Technical Accounting, you will be responsible for interpreting and applying complex accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, K-IFRS) across the organization. You will serve as a subject matter expert on accounting policy, support financial reporting, and partner with cross-functional teams in strategic initiatives (i.e., M&A).
What You Will Do
  • Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, business combinations, impairments)
  • Analyze complex accounting issues and provide clear, well-documented guidance aligned with IFRS or other relevant standards
  • Provide accounting support for M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, and restructurings
  • Evaluate the accounting treatment of business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets
  • Draft and maintain accounting policy documentation
  • Train finance teams on policy updates and technical topics
  • Lead the evaluation and implementation of new accounting standards
  • Monitor regulatory updates and assess their impact on the company s financials (i.e., ESG)
  • Support quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, including disclosures
  • Collaborate with external auditors and ensure audit readiness
What You Need to Be Successful
  • 15+ years of relevant experience in financial reporting, audit, or an accounting specialist role
  • Deep understanding of accounting and international standards, with experience in M&A
  • Proven experience in analyzing and applying IFRS and/or US GAAP to real-world business scenarios
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with keen attention to detail
  • Demonstrated experience in accounting transformations and regulatory projects
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday)
  • SAP FI/CO experience is highly desirable
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
  • Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls
Bonus Points if You Have
  • Bachelor s or Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification in accounting or auditing
  • Experience in the automotive or automotive supplier industry
  • Strong project management skills
  • Experience working in a multinational organization utilizing a Financial Shared Services model
  • Familiarity with reporting tools (e.g., Qlik) is a plus
  • External audit, ESG reporting experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
What Makes You Eligible
  • Willingness to work from the 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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