Finance Specialist

Job Description

Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges—the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Your Impact You will support Group Controlling in all aspects of the team’s mission. This includes performing monthly, quarterly, and yearly activities within the Group Controlling team with responsibilities primarily in assisting risk and compliance at the firm, accounting policy compliance, involvement in various projects/initiatives, and support of Finance colleagues worldwide. You will assist the team on formalized Risk & Control programs, performing walk-throughs, tests of design, and tests of effectiveness across the Finance function. You will work with Finance team members to identify control weaknesses and gaps, process improvements, and system updates. Additionally, you will coordinate with internal audit colleagues to ensure timely follow-up and implementation of findings. You will assist in the preparation of leadership presentations. In conjunction with the review of internal audit findings, you will identify themes across issued reports with suggestions and proposals for action across the finance function through new policy creation, policy refinement, process changes, and system updates. You will support access management design, policies, and recertification across finance systems, research various technical accounting matters on an ad-hoc basis, assist with the continuous improvement of finance policies, and perform compliance testing. You will maintain close interactions with other departments with significant financial inputs and respond to questions from stakeholders (e.g., cell finance) as a subject matter expert. You will also assist the Group Controlling team with special projects and ad-hoc analysis. You’ll be part of our Group Controlling team in Gurgaon, India. You’ll be responsible for maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, developing and maintaining finance policies, managing financial risk for the firm, accounting and integration of firm acquisitions, adhering to external and internal reporting requirements, and spearheading various transformation projects for the broader finance function. You’ll provide support to accounting managers, firm operations, and firm leadership and work collaboratively with many different teams (Treasury, Pricing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal, Risk & Insurance, Real Estate, Tax, etc.) around the firm. Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: In addition to a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, mental health, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/partner, and children. Your qualifications and skills Accounting or finance degree; Chartered Accountant (CA) 7+ years of experience in risk assessments, controls testing or compliance space, preferably within accounting or finance domain Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA, Audit Board a plus Strong knowledge of US GAAP/ IFRS experience is a added advantage Strong risk & controls domain knowledge Strong understanding of general accounting concepts with an ability to perform technical accounting research Excellent organizational ability and keen attention to detail Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; ability to perform well under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines Strong interpersonal and communication skills