Senior Analyst/Assistant Manager- Us Accounting (Ghaziabad)

Role Overview The Senior Analyst will support accounting operations, financial reporting, analysis, and client delivery activities across a portfolio of US-based clients. The role combines hands-on accounting with financial analysis and reporting. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, managing day-to-day accounting activities, performing variance analysis, and ensuring timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting who enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers, identifying variances and trends, and translating financial data into meaningful insights. Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting - Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements and financial reports. - Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages. - Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. - Perform bank, balance sheet, vendor, customer, and general ledger reconciliations. - Ensure accounting transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and supported by appropriate documentation. - Review financial data for completeness, accuracy, and consistency. Month-End & Year-End Close - Support timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing processes. - Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other closing adjustments as required. - Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate outstanding or unusual items. - Maintain organized close files and supporting schedules. - Identify and resolve discrepancies before final reporting. Financial Analysis & Variance Reporting - Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, deviations, and key financial insights. - Compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods. - Investigate significant fluctuations and prepare transparent explanations for management review. - Support the preparation of management reports, KPI analysis, and financial dashboards. - Perform ad hoc financial analysis and research as required. Compliance & Accounting Standards - Ensure accounting activities comply with applicable GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements. - Maintain awareness of relevant accounting principles and reporting requirements. - Support audit, tax, and compliance-related activities by preparing required schedules and documentation. - Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures. Process Improvement & Client Delivery - Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting workflows, and financial controls. - Participate in ad hoc accounting, reporting, and analytical projects. - Work collaboratively with internal teams and client stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting issues. - Maintain high standards of accuracy, documentation, and timeliness across all deliverables. - Contribute to the development and standardization of accounting processes and reporting templates. Qualifications & Experience Required - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or related roles. - Experience gained in a CA firm, accounting firm, finance outsourcing environment, or similar accounting environment preferred. - Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements. - Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. - Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines. Preferred - Experience working with US-based clients or US accounting processes. - Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS. - Experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero, or other cloud-based accounting platforms. - Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or management reporting. - CA Inter, ACCA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent qualification or progress toward such qualificatio .