Accounting Associate

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Job Details

About Us-

Kantar is the worlds leading marketing data and analytics business and an indispensable brand partner to the worlds top companies including 96 of the worlds 100 biggest advertisers.

We have a complete unique and rounded understanding of people around the world : how they think feel and act globally and locally in over 90 markets.

• General Ledger & Journal Entries

Prepare post and accurately classify journal entriesincluding accruals prepayments and miscellaneous entriesto ensure timely and accurate month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes.

Account Reconciliation

Perform regular balance sheet and account reconciliations promptly resolving any variances or discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.

Prepare and distribute financial reports and statements (monthly quarterly and ad hoc) for management review.

Provide insights into the companys financial health.

Audit Support

Support both internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.

Compliance

Ensure all accounting activities records and processes comply with company policies accounting standards (such as GAAP or IFRS) regulatory requirements and internal controls (e.g. SOX).

Collaboration & Teamwork

Work closely with other finance teams (such as FP&A) and departments to gather information support business operations and streamline workflows.

Demonstrate experience in team handling and timely resolution of intra-team issues.

Process Improvement

Identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and accuracy of general ledger and accounting processes.

Adapt to different operating company (opco) policies as required.

Preferred candidate profile : -

Intern / MBA Finance from 5 to 9 yrs / CA in GL and Audit

Proficiency with accounting software (ERP systems like SAP or Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.

Several years of experience in general ledger accounting.

Proficiency with accounting principles and practices.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines & ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why join Kantar

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people we can understand what drives their decisions actions and aspirations on a global scale. And if we combine the expertise of our people with the latest AI technology we can really help brands discover some amazing insights.

And because we know people we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way works for them. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like youre not an exact match wed love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

Why join Kantar

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people we can understand what drives their decisions actions and aspirations on a global scale. And if we combine the expertise of our people with the latest AI technology we can really help brands discover some amazing insights.

And because we know people we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way works for them. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like youre not an exact match wed love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

Privacy and Legal Statement

At Kantar the diversity of our employees provides a richer environment for our employees and broader depth and breadth of thinking for our clients. Kantar is committed to inclusion and diversity; therefore we welcome applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate based on age race religion gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity disability marital status or any other legally protected characteristics.

PRIVACY DISCLOSURE :

Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited (Kantar). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager

At Kantar the diversity of our employees provides a richer environment for our employees and broader depth and breadth of thinking for our clients. Kantar is committed to inclusion and diversity; therefore we welcome applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate based on age race religion gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity disability marital status or any other legally protected characteristics.

PRIVACY DISCLOSURE :

Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited (Kantar). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager

Location

Mumbai The ORB BuildingIndia

Kantar Rewards Statement

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitiveand alsoto support a pay for performance culture where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious using intelligence passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career thats out of the ordinary and join us.

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health andwell beingis taken into consideration.

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool be locally representative drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

Kantar is the worlds leading data insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think feel shop share vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies Kantars 30000 people help the worlds leading organisations succeed and grow.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Account Payable,Invoicing,Journal Entry,Data Entry,Accounting & Finance,Tax Returns,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Microsoft Excel,Reporting,Payroll,Financial statement,Account Receivable,ACCA,CPA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1