Analyst, General Accounting

• Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle
• We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.
• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, Revel, Denon, and Bowers & Wilkins
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

What You’ll Be Part Of

The role will be responsible for performing accounting activities, providing guidance to team members, and working closely with the line manager to ensure smooth service delivery. Responsibilities include daily, weekly, and monthly journal entries, month-end closing, reporting, account reconciliations, and supporting compliance and audit activities.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Work independently on daily accounting activities, collaborate with global teams across all HARMAN businesses, and provide backup support to team members as required.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end closing, including accruals, provisions, reserves, recharges, and reclassifications.
• Reconcile key General Ledger (GL) accounts, maintain GL accounts, cost centers, and WBS elements in SAP, and monitor AUC accounts for timely capitalization.
• Calculate rebates, commissions, and royalties, and coordinate with Accounts Receivable (AR) for raising credit invoices.
• Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations using standard templates, prepare aging analysis, identify open items, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely closure.
• Review and update control documents periodically, ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, and maintain zero deficiencies.
• Collaborate with the line manager and relevant stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and support internal and external audit requirements.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in General Ledger Accounting.
• Strong accounting knowledge with a good understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.
• Enthusiastic self-starter and quick learner with excellent communication skills.
• Excellent MS Office Suite skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with stakeholders and colleagues.
• We see AI as an important part of how work gets done. While tools may vary, a baseline familiarity with using AI to support efficiency, problem-solving, and quality is expected.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Master’s degree or higher accounting qualification, which would be a distinct advantage.
• Good knowledge and experience working with SAP.
• Prior experience working in the shared services / BPO industry.

Things To Know

• Willingness to travel internationally on an occasional basis, as required.
• Willing to work in a hybrid office setup in Bangalore.
• Willingness to work across EU, US, and APAC time zones and deliver within stringent timelines.
• High attention to detail with proven multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others).
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs.
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement support.
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development.

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected].

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.