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Role Summary Support global Record-to-Report (R2R) operations by delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. The role goes beyond processing to enable stronger stakeholder collaboration and drive continuous improvement within a GCC environment. Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post manual journal entries (MJE) including accruals, prepaids, Bank, Payroll and
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• Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities as per global timelines
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations with proper documentation and follow-up on open items
• Maintain GL integrity and ensure alignment with accounting policies (US GAAP/IFRS)
• Support preparation of management reporting and variance analysis
• Collaborate with onshore stakeholders/business finance teams for issue resolution
• Ensure adherence to SLA timelines and internal controls (SOX compliance)
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and automation
• Participate in transition activities and knowledge transfer (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of R2R processes and accounting fundamentals
• Experience in month-end close and reconciliations
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
• Good working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, lookups)
• Ability to work with global stakeholders across time zones
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Good communication and stakeholder management skill

Qualification

• B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / CA Inter
• 6–10 years of experience in R2R / General Accounting

GCC-Specific Expectations Move from a “processing” role to a “business partner” mindset Proactively highlight risks, unusual entries, and variances Ensure strong documentation and audit readiness culture