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Job Title: Senior Accounting Manager Location: Mohali (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 Week Company Overview SkySun.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 Purpose The 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 Responsibilities 1. 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 close processes - Handle accruals and prepaid accounting - Own intercompany accounting between India and U.S. entities 2. Reconciliations (Full Ownership) - Bank accounts - Credit cards - Clearing and suspense accounts - Payroll and benefits - Vendor balances - Intercompany balances Books must always be clean, supported, and fully explainable. 3. Accounts Payable (AP) - Vendor setup and master data maintenance - Invoice validation and accurate coding - Payment coordination and tracking - AP aging control and cleanup - Ensure approvals follow the defined approval matrix - Prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments 4. 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 time 5. Payroll Coordination - Manage India payroll inputs, validation, and reconciliation - Support U.S. payroll with accurate accounting inputs - Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and related accruals - Ensure payroll entries are complete and well-documented 6. 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 speed 7. Reporting & Communication - Provide timely and accurate financial reports to U.S. leadership - Clearly explain variances, balances, and adjustments - Proactively flag issues with recommended solutions - Maintain consistent communication across time zones Key Responsibilities 1. 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 close processes - Handle accruals and prepaid accounting - Own intercompany accounting between India and U.S. entities 2. Reconciliations (Full Ownership) - Bank accounts - Credit cards - Clearing and suspense accounts - Payroll and benefits - Vendor balances - Intercompany balances Books must always be clean, supported, and fully explainable. 3. Accounts Payable (AP) - Vendor setup and master data maintenance - Invoice validation and accurate coding - Payment coordination and tracking - AP aging control and cleanup - Ensure approvals follow the defined approval matrix - Prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments 4. 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 time 5. Payroll Coordination - Manage India payroll inputs, validation, and reconciliation - Support U.S. payroll with accurate accounting inputs - Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and related accruals - Ensure payroll entries are complete and well-documented 6. 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 speed 7. Reporting & Communication - Provide timely and accurate financial reports to U.S. leadership - Clearly explain variances, balances, and adjustments - Proactively flag issues with recommended solutions - Maintain consistent communication across time zones Requirements Required Experience - 7+ years of progressive accounting experience - Prior experience as a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager - Proven ability to run books end-to-end independently - Strong intercompany accounting experience - Experience supporting U.S.-based entities from India - Hands-on experience managing month-end close under tight deadlines - Prior experience supporting internal and external audits Required Skills - Strong GAAP accounting fundamentals - Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets - Hands-on experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar ERPs - Exceptional attention to detail with speed and accuracy - Strong written and verbal English communication skills - Ability to work independently, take full ownership, and deliver without hand-holding