A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.
Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats 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
The GL Reporting IC & FA Team Leader is responsible for managing end-to-end Record-to-Report processes including general ledger accounting financial reporting intercompany accounting and fixed asset management. The role ensures accurate and timely financial close compliance with accounting standards and strong internal controls while driving standardization and continuous improvement in a global shared services environment.
Your Team
This role reports into the Manager Finance position and has 8-10 direct reports.
What You Will Do
1. General Ledger (GL) Accounting
- Manage month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes
- Review and approve journal entries accruals provisions and adjustments
- Ensure balance sheet integrity through regular account reconciliations
- Monitor and resolve open items in GL accounts
2. Financial Reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements (P&L Balance Sheet Cash Flow)
- Support internal and external reporting requirements including management reports
- Coordinate with corporate finance for consolidation and group reporting
- Analyze financial results and provide variance analysis and insights
3. Intercompany (IC) Accounting
- Oversee intercompany transactions reconciliations and eliminations
- Ensure timely settlement of intercompany balances across entities
- Investigate and resolve mismatches and out-of-balance conditions
- Coordinate with global counterparts to ensure alignment and closure
4. Fixed Assets (FA) Management
- Manage asset capitalization depreciation transfers and retirements
- Ensure assets are recorded in compliance with accounting policies
- Review asset in-service dates and capitalization timelines
- Conduct periodic asset verification and support audits
5. Team Leadership & Development
- Lead coach and mentor a team of R2R analysts
- Allocate responsibilities monitor workloads and ensure SLA adherence
- Conduct performance reviews and drive skill development initiatives
- Ensure cross-training and process backup readiness
6. Stakeholder Management
- Act as a key contact for business units auditors and corporate finance teams
- Manage escalations and provide resolutions on complex accounting issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (AP AR FP&A Tax Treasury)
7. Process Improvement & Transformation
- Identify and implement process improvements automation and standardization
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean Six Sigma)
- Support transitions migrations and system implementations (e.g. ERP rollouts)
- Enhance close cycle efficiency (fast close initiatives)
8. Compliance & Controls
- Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies
- Maintain strong internal controls and SOX compliance
- Ensure audit readiness and support internal/external audits
- Maintain proper documentation and process maps
What You Need to Be Successful
- Bachelors degree in finance Accounting or related field (CA preferred)
- 712 years of experience in R2R operations
- 45 years of experience in team leadership within a global/shared services setup
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP)
- Strong understanding of Accounting Principles - IFRS
Bonus Points if You Have
- Experience in shared service center (SSC)/GBS environment
- Exposure to global transitions and process migrations
- Lean / Six Sigma certification
- Experience with automation tools (RPA BlackLine etc.)
- Knowledge of multi-country statutory and reporting requirements
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing to travel internationally occasionally if required
- Be willing to work in an office
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
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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace 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.
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
