Manager- GL Accountant

We are seeking a highly skilled accounting professional for a 4 6-month contract to support a U.S.-based Manufacturing Client with accounting cleanup and month-end activities. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional accuracy and meeting tight deadlines. This is a client-facing role, with accountability to execute with urgency, communicate effectively, and consistently deliver accurate results. Given the time-sensitive nature of the engagement, there is minimal tolerance for delays or errors, making reliability, responsiveness, and attention to detail essential.

Role and Responsibilities

• Review general accounting tasks (GL account maintenance, journal entries, closing activities, balance sheet and PNL reporting), Fixed Asset Accounting (capitalization, depreciation, amortization) and Cost Accounting
• Assist in maintaining and updating the general ledger, including recording journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy.
• Perform accounting book cleanup and remediation activities.
• Prepare and complete balance sheet reconciliations.
• Post and review journal entries (JEs).
• Analyze account balances, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.
• Coordinate with cross-functional and client teams to drive timely execution.
• Conduct periodic reconciliations of various accounts, such as bank accounts, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Support the financial close process by preparing and organizing financial data, working with cross-functional teams to meet reporting deadlines.
• Preparing the reports for the final balance sheet for each month end within the consolidated ERP system
• Perform bank reconciliation, inter- company accounting & month end close
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, collaborating with auditors and management.
• Perform variance analysis, write commentaries on actuals vs forecast / budgets to identify the key drivers and help the business to make decisions.

Qualifications we seek in you

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; CA/CPA/MBA REQUIRED
• 8 10 years of experience in Record to Report with strong exposure to financial, tax, and external reporting, preferably in a shared service or BPO model.
• Hands-on experience with US GAAP and reporting for US-based clients.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality work under tight timelines with minimal supervision.
• Strong execution skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and accountable, with a commitment to error-free delivery.

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills

• Experience working with U.S.-based clients or U.S. accounting processes.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion ERP is a strong advantage.
• Prior experience supporting accounting cleanup, financial remediation, or process stabilization projects.
• Exposure to internal and external audits and regulatory compliance.