Senior Accountant – Regional Accounting
KBR · Chennai
Title:
Senior Accountant – Regional AccountingPosition Purpose
To support the Regional Accounting function by performing advanced and moderately complex accounting activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, internal control compliance, statutory reporting, and audit support. The role will work closely with auditors, regional stakeholders, and project teams to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards while driving financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced and moderately complex accounting activities related to maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger.
- Conduct monthly variance analysis of Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet accounts.
- Execute quarterly compliance testing of internal controls (SOX compliance requirements).
- Prepare and review account reconciliations and perform detailed analysis of balance sheet accounts.
- Perform cash custodian responsibilities and ensure appropriate controls are maintained.
- Manage intercompany account settlements and reconciliations.
- Coordinate and support statutory, tax, and external audit requirements.
- Assist with special projects, management requests, and ad hoc financial analyses.
- Review existing financial processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and financial control.
- Support compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- Qualified or actively studying toward CA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
- 3 to 7 years of experience in a general accounting environment.
- 5 years of experience of using an accounting ERP (E.g. Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Costpoint, Oracle etc.)
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP.
- Knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, and FCPA requirements.
- Experience supporting statutory audits and tax compliance.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent financial and management accounting knowledge.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to interact confidently with personnel across all organizational levels, including senior finance leadership.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to deputize for immediate supervisor when required.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and results oriented.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Personal Attributes
- Professional and ethical approach to work.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Flexible and adaptable working style.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Organized and capable of meeting demanding deadlines.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
Business Justification
This position is required to support regional accounting operations, ensure compliance with corporate financial controls, strengthen reporting accuracy, support audit requirements, and provide timely financial analysis for business decision-making.