Job Description Controller (Ahmedabad, India)
n Position Summary
n Sikich is seeking a Controller with 8+ years of accounting or audit experience. The ideal candidate must have experience in US GAAP general accounting, financial statement preparation or review/audit, and team management experience. The Controller will own oversee the month-end close and accounting processes of our clients. This role is highly client-facing and requires close collaboration with U. S.-based engagement teams and executive client stakeholders.
n Sikich presents a unique prospect to participate directly in high-growth client organizations. The accounting professionals at Sikich are highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals where one excels in providing strategic and tactical accounting, finance strategies and infrastructure critical to leadership planning.
n What will you do in this role?
n n Own the monthly and annual close processes for assigned clients
n Own accuracy and completeness of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
n Ensure compliance with U. S.
GAAP and client-specific policies. In some instances, help clients implement accrual and GAAP practices
n Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations and actionable insights
n Support technical accounting topics, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), accruals, consolidations, complex transactions (Opening Balance Sheet review), etc.
n Serve as the primary accounting lead for a portfolio of clients across industries (e.g., Saa S, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, professional services, healthcare, etc.)
n Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
n Support audit readiness and coordinate with external auditors
n Own the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial reporting for assigned clients
n Advise clients on accounting policies, controls and process improvements
n Build strong relationships with U. S.-based clients, acting as a trus