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EmpowerSr Accountant Corporate
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Before you apply
LocationKA Bangalore
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5–7 yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 28, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting practices
Proficiency with SAP S/4HANA, BlackLine, and relevant financial systems and reporting tools
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Experience preparing and reviewing complex journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting accounting documentation
Strong understanding of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, accounting policies, financial reporting procedures, and internal controls
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to independently manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and meet reporting deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, auditors, and stakeholders across geographic locations
Ability to provide technical guidance, lead assigned projects, and implement accounting process improvements
Willingness to work flexible hours as necessary to collaborate with U.S.-based teams during financial close and reporting cycles
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; exposure to IFRS preferred
Public accounting experience
Master's degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), ACCA qualification, or equivalent
Experience supporting U.S.-based stakeholders or working in a multinational accounting organization
Direct experience with payroll accounting, employee benefit liabilities, accruals, and related general ledger reconciliations
Experience with ERP or general ledger accounting systems, such as SAP, or Workday Financial Management
Experience supporting multi-entity accounting and regulatory reporting
Experience improving accounting processes, documenting controls, or supporting accounting automation initiatives
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in India
Empower is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time
Skills
SAP S/4HANA
BlackLine
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
SAP
Workday Financial Management
About the company
Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.
Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.
What You Will Do
About the role
Join Empower’s expanding global Accounting organization in Bangalore, India, as a Senior Accountant supporting the Corporate Accounting team on topics of Human Resources & Benefits (HR&B) Accounting. This role supports U.S.-based operations, accounting activities, regulatory reporting, and financial close processes in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as applicable.
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Prepare and record payroll and employee benefits journal entries in accordance with applicable accounting policies and reporting standards.
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Serve as the primary accounting liaison to the Human Resources team, supporting day-to-day payroll and benefits accounting activities.
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Analyze financial data to identify variances, anomalies, and potential errors; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
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Prepare and review general ledger account reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.
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Support monthly and quarterly financial close processes, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of assigned accounting activities.
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Perform analytical reviews of non-life subsidiaries’ income statements to evaluate the completeness and accuracy of quarterly financial results.
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Partner with business leaders and finance stakeholders to ensure operational changes are appropriately reflected in financial reporting.
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Support the implementation and application of technical accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
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Collaborate with U.S.-based accounting, finance, and business partners across Eastern through Mountain U.S. time zones.
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Prepare and maintain accounting documentation and contribute to process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Provide guidance and support to junior accounting team members as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience, including independent responsibility for complex accounting activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
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Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting practices.
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Proficiency with SAP S/4HANA, BlackLine, and relevant financial systems and reporting tools.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
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Experience preparing and reviewing complex journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting accounting documentation.
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Strong understanding of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, accounting policies, financial reporting procedures, and internal controls.
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Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research and resolve complex accounting issues.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical accounting matters to stakeholders.
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Ability to independently manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and meet reporting deadlines.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, auditors, and stakeholders across geographic locations.
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Ability to provide technical guidance, lead assigned projects, and implement accounting process improvements.
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Willingness to work flexible hours as necessary to collaborate with U.S.-based teams during financial close and reporting cycles.
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Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in India. Empower is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
What Will Set You Apart
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Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; exposure to IFRS preferred.
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Public accounting experience.
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Master’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related field.
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification, or an equivalent professional accounting designation.
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Experience supporting U.S.-based stakeholders or working in a multinational accounting organization.
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Direct experience with payroll accounting, employee benefit liabilities, accruals, and related general ledger reconciliations
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Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or general ledger accounting systems, such as SAP, or Workday Financial Management.
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Experience supporting multi-entity accounting and regulatory reporting.
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Experience improving accounting processes, documenting controls, or supporting accounting automation initiatives.
Legal
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.