General Accounting Specialist

Summary

Join MyAdvice as a General Accounting Specialist with 4-8 years of experience in US and Indian accounting principles. You will manage general accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Responsibilities include journal entries, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, revenue audits, and reporting. You will need a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and proficiency in accounting software and Excel. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. The role requires flexibility to overlap with US business hours. MyAdvice offers a collaborative work environment and encourages continuous education and work/life balance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in both US and Indian accounting practices with expertise in general accounting, a strong background in journal entries, financial statements, and reconciliations
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and strong Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets skills
• Ability to work with complex data, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and journal entries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess financial data and make informed decisions
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work a minimum 2-hour daily overlap with US business hours (Mountain Standard Time)
• Ability to interact with and improve financial systems through innovation and automation
• High-speed internet connection to facilitate a remote working environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US and Indian accounting principles and company policies
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner across multi-entity and multi-currency environments
• Conduct revenue audits to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper recognition of revenue transactions
• Prepare and assist with financial reports and analysis for internal stakeholders, management, and external auditors
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements, including tax filings and audits applicable in both US and India
• Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and enhance financial reporting
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, such as finance, operations, and audit teams, to resolve accounting-related issues across different regions

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a software & services-based accounting environment

Benefits

• Continuous education
• Career development
• Work/life balance