Associate, Transactional Processing Full Time

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About The Role

This role is responsible for supporting Accounts Payable transaction processing, including executing accounting activities in SAP and ensuring timely payments for Harman entities globally. The position involves close collaboration with Finance leaders and business stakeholders to deliver accurate accounting, along with efficient period-end closing activities aligned with Harman’s current and future business needs. Additionally, the role will assist the Finance Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations, including team coordination and process management within the Accounts Payable function.

What You Will Do

• Process vendor invoices with accurate coding, ensuring proper approvals and compliance with company policies.
• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching, and proactively resolve discrepancies in coordination with procurement and business teams.
• Monitor Accounts Payable aging, follow up on outstanding items, and support timely payment processing through ACH, NEFT, RTGS, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor accounts, manage disputes effectively, and handle credit and debit notes.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate tax treatment and compliance with applicable regulations, including GST, TDS, VAT, and WHT.
• Identify and address non-compliant transactions to maintain process integrity.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and SOX/ICFR requirements.
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the Accounts Payable function.

What You Need To Be Successful

• 3-6 years of experience in core accounting within a shared services environment.
• Strong expertise in Accounts Payable, general accounting, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience in processing journal entries in SAP.
• Sound knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and core accounting principles.
• Excellent communication skills, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Master’s degree or higher accounting qualification, which would be a distinct advantage
• Prior experience in a Shared Services or BPO environment.
• Advanced proficiency in the MS Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work in a hybrid office environment, balancing in-person collaboration with remote flexibility

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

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an ‘@harman.com’, ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)