Sophos is a global security company founded in 1985. Sophos provides its clients with a wide range of products consisting of corresponding encryption, endpoint,
Financial Accountant – 12-month Contract
Location
India
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1 day ago
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Mid Level
Job Description
Financial Accountant – 12-month Contract
Sophos
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close for the India entity, ensuring adherence to Group and Local GAAP. • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and control. • Own the entity balance sheet and reconciliation reviews, co-ordinate within the team ensuring timely resolution of variances. • Managed end-to-end GST compliance for Sophos India, including preparation of workings, return filings (GSTR-1, 3B, 9/9C), and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting. • Own the fixed asset reporting process, including asset creation, depreciation posting and physical verification of fixed assets on periodic basis. • Perform detailed prepayment analysis and periodic review to ensure accurate amortization, proper classification, and completeness of expenses in line with accounting policies. • Coordinate and support both internal and external audit processes. • Continuously improve accounting processes, documentation, and controls to enhance efficiency, compliance, and scalability • Build strong cross-functional relationships with Group Finance, Centralized AR/AP/GP, FP&A, Group Tax, and HR partners. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of accounting standards and regulatory developments in India
Job Requirements
- Qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience and a total of up to 7 years work experience, including Articleship
- Competent in ERP systems (SAP mandatory) and Excel/Power BI
- Working knowledge of GST, TDS (mandatory)
- Proven experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and statutory reporting
- Working exposure with external auditors and tax advisors.
- Strong accounting knowledge with IGAAP (mandatory) and IND AS/ IFRS (preferred)
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