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Head of US Accounting


Company : Lytegen


Location : Patiala, Punjab


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Senior Accounting ManagerLocation: India (On-site) Reports To: U.S. Finance Leadership Shift Timing: 9:30 PM – 6:30 AM IST (US Business Hours) Working Days: 5 Days a WeekCompany OverviewSkySun.io (A Lytegen Company) is a fast-growing global organization supporting U.S.-based operations through high-impact finance, technology, and operations teams in India. We work closely with U.S. leadership to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready financial information while maintaining strong controls and audit readiness.Role PurposeThe Senior Accounting Manager is a critical ownership role responsible for maintaining accurate, current, and audit-ready books for the India entity while supporting U.S. intercompany accounting. This is a hands‑on, execution‑focused role, not a coordination or oversight‑only position.The role requires someone who can run accounting end‑to‑end independently, meet close deadlines, and provide reliable financial data to U.S. finance leadership without hand‑holding.Key Responsibilities1. End-to-End Accounting Ownership (Non-Negotiable)- Own the General Ledger completely- Prepare and post journal entries and month-end adjustments- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closes- Handle accruals and prepaid accounting- Own intercompany accounting between India and U.S. entities2. Reconciliations (Full Ownership)- Bank accounts- Credit cards- Clearing and suspense accounts- Payroll and benefits- Vendor balances- Intercompany balancesBooks must always be clean, supported, and fully explainable.3. Accounts Payable (AP)- Vendor setup and master maintenance- Invoice validation and accurate coding- Payment coordination and tracking- AP aging control and cleanup- Ensure approvals follow the defined matrix- Prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments4. Accounts Receivable (AR) & Intercompany Billing- Intercompany billing between India and U.S. entities- Client invoicing (where applicable)- AR tracking and aging- Collections tracking and follow‑ups- Ensure revenue is recorded accurately and on time5. Payroll Coordination- Manage India payroll inputs, validation, and reconciliation- Support U.S. payroll with accurate accounting inputs- Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and accruals- Ensure payroll entries are complete and well‑documented6. Controls, Documentation & Audit Readiness- Maintain strong audit trails and documentation standards- Enforce approval matrices and segregation of duties- Prepare schedules and support internal and external audits- Respond to auditor queries with clarity and speed7. Reporting & Communication- Provide timely, accurate financial reports to U.S. leadership- Clearly explain variances, balances, and adjustments- Flag issues early with recommended solutions- Maintain consistent communication across time zonesRequired Experience- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience- Prior role as Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager- Proven experience running books end‑to‑end- Strong intercompany accounting experience- Experience supporting U.S. entities from India- Hands‑on experience with month‑end close under tight deadlines- Prior audit support experienceRequired Skills- Strong GAAP accounting fundamentals- Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills- Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar- High attention to detail with the ability to work fast and accurately- Strong written and spoken English communication- Ability to work independently and take full ownership#J-18808-Ljbffr