Finance Specialist - General Accounting

Job Description

Finance Specialist - General Accounting Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants (India) Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Finance Specialist - General Accounting to join our team. This role is essential for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial statements, performing critical month-end closing activities, and providing insightful financial analysis. What this job involves: Record to Report Cycle : Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes. Financial Analysis : Conduct quarterly balance sheet and P&L Fluctuation Analysis, along with monthly expense variance analysis. Reconciliations : Perform accurate bank reconciliations and balance sheet accounts reconciliations. Financial Accuracy & Compliance : Ensure the accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and strict compliance with internal policies and SOX requirements . Fixed Assets & Internal Liaison : Manage Fixed Assets and interface effectively with Country Finance teams. Audit & Projects : Liaise with internal/external auditors for quarter/year-end audits. Participate in ad hoc projects as and when required, including process improvement initiatives and system implementations. Relationship Management : Build and maintain positive relationships with team members, internal customers, and vendors. Eligibility Criteria: Education : A Degree in Accounting or a relevant professional accountancy qualification. Experience : Preferably more than 3 years of working experience in GL (General Ledger) / RTR (Record to Report) within an MNC environment. Experience with US GAAP is a plus. Language : Fluent in English (written and verbal). Technical Skills : Advanced Excel proficiency. Experience with PeopleSoft or other Large Scale ERP financial systems is a plus. Core Competencies : Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Possesses time management skills, takes ownership of assigned tasks, and can extend working hours during peak periods. Attributes : Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights. Capable of multi-tasking and thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. A team player who can also work independently.