Lead Controllership/Lead Accounting

Job Description

Lead Controllership/Lead Accounting

Hyderabad, Telangana

Job Summary

Job Level: E1.1 (R2R - Month End and Reconciliations)

Location: Hyderabad or Noida

Job Type: Full-Time work from office

Company Overview: XXXX

Job Overview:

We are seeking a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented Record-to-Report (R2R) Senior Analyst with 6-8 years of experience to join our Finance team. In this elevated role, you will not only maintain accurate financial records and support the month-end and year-end close processes but also take a key role in process optimization, team mentorship, and cross-functional reporting. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a shared services environment, advanced problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial data effectively to global stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Journal Entries:
• Prepare, review and post complex journal entries in adherence with established accounting principles and company policies.
• Ensure all entries are well-documented with appropriate supporting evidence and comply with internal audit requirements
• Month-End & Year-End Closing:
• Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including detailed account reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
• Mentor junior team members in closing procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial close
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Assist in the creation and review of financial statements, perform thorough variance analysis, and prepare comprehensive management reports.
• Investigate discrepancies in data and provide clear documentation along with proposed corrective actions.
• Reconciliations:
• Prepare and review periodic reconciliations for critical general ledger accounts (e.g., bank, intercompany, balance sheet) and ensure continuous alignment with financial policies.
• Drive prompt investigation and resolution of any discrepancies, establishing best practices for future reconciliations
• Connect with stakeholders for the resolution of open items and escalate, where required to ensure all open items are tracked to closure as per prescribed timelines
• Process Improvement:
• Support initiatives to automate and streamline R2R processes, including the adoption of new financial systems or enhancements to existing tools.
• Contribute to the development, refinement and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the R2R domain.
• Audit & Compliance:
• Facilitate internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation and coordinating on audit-related queries.
• Ensure that all R2R processes adhere to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and applicable accounting standards

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Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting/Finance.
• 6-8 years of experience in record-to-report functions, ideally within a shared services environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, or equivalent) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of internal controls, audit processes, and relevant accounting standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Balance Sheet Reconciliation tools (e.g. Blackline, Cadency etc), workflow tools (JIRA etc).

Other Requirements

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Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, youll supercharge your potential. Youll find your career. And youll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.