Manager, General Accounting Full Time NEW

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience.
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About The Role

This is a Staff role in Record to Report. The position will be responsible for carrying out accounting activities with guidance which include daily, weekly and monthly journal activities, month end closing, reporting and account reconciliations. Also support compliance and audit tasks.

What You Will Do

• Work with global teams geographically and across all Harman businesses.
• Perform daily tasks in accordance with written instructions and based on guidance from the line manager or senior team members.
• Collaborate within the general ledger accounting team and the line manager.
• Provide back-up for one selected team member as appointed by the line manager.

Month end closing:

• Prepare and post journals entries for various standard and ad hoc activities viz., Accruals, provisions, reserves, recharges, reclasses, etc.
• Reconcile key GL accounts to ensure no unusual balances are left in Balance Sheet
• Maintenance of GL accounts, cost centers, WBS elements, etc. in SAP (where required)

Balance Sheet Reconciliations:

• Reconcile various Balance Sheet GL accounts using standard templates and provide aging analysis where applicable.
• List open items with appropriate action plan and target dates of closure.
• Follow up with relevant action owners to timely resolve open items.

Compliance:

• Periodic review and update of Control documents
• Adherence to compliance in all activities and ensure zero deficiencies.

What You Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ yrs of experience OR Masters from a Tier 1 institute OR CA.
• Strong accounting knowledge, good understanding of US GAAP and IFRS
• Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders and other colleagues
• Good understanding of Chart of accounts, cost objects
• Strongly demonstrate ownership qualities in the function you lead.
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Excellent MS office suite skills (Excel, PPT, Word)

Bonus Points if You Have

• IFRS certification / ACCA / CMA / CPA / CFA
• Working experience in SAP, S4HANA and/or a consolidation tool (One Stream) is a plus.
• Attention to detail, analytical, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively work across functional boundaries to bring tasks to successful conclusion.
• Coming in with a Transformation mindset and the ability to challenge status quo.

What Makes You Eligible

• Successfully complete a background investigation and an occupational health screening (may include a drug screen) as a condition of employment
• Willingness to work in EU and US time zones and accept to deliver in stringent timelines.

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 products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
• 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!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

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)