Job Title: Accounting Controller - Reconciliation Expert

Location

Chennai, IN

Role Summary We are looking for a senior accounting professional with at least 8 years of relevant experience to take ownership of end-to-end Balance Sheet Reconciliation, GL account reconciliations, accounting controls, and month-end and year-end close activities

. The ideal candidate will have a strong hands-on accounting background, solid SAP experience , and the ability to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records while collaborating closely with our international accounting teams.

Experience with IFRS 16 would be considered a solid advantage.

Your Responsibilities

- Perform periodic (monthly/quarterly) balance sheet account reconciliations across various GL accounts (bank, intercompany, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, provisions, etc.)
- Investigate and resolve reconciling items/open items in a timely manner, coordinating with relevant stakeholders
- Ensure all reconciliations are prepared as per defined SOX/internal control guidelines and closed within agreed SLAs/TAT
- Review and validate reconciliations prepared by junior team members (if applicable)
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Work closely with FP&A;, AP, AR, and Treasury teams to resolve discrepancies
- Assist in statutory and internal/external audit requirements by providing supporting schedules and explanations
- Identify process gaps and drive automation/process improvement initiatives in reconciliation activities
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and company policies




- Support lease accounting and reconciliations under IFRS 16 (right-of-use assets, lease liabilities) — added advantage
- Prepare MIS reports and dashboards on reconciliation status, aging, and open items
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trail for all reconciliation activities

Your Experience And Skills

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance (B.Com/M.Com); CA Inter/ICWA Inter/MBA Finance preferred
- 7–10 years of relevant experience in general accounting, R2R, or balance sheet reconciliation roles
- Strong hands-on working experience in SAP (FI module) is mandatory
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, and month-end close processes
- Knowledge of IFRS 16 (lease accounting) will be an added advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.); exposure to reconciliation tools (e.g., BlackLine) is a plus
- Good communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle high volumes of transactions
- Willingness to work from office (Chennai location)

Nice to have

- Experience working in a shared services/GBS/KPO environment
- Exposure to multiple ERP systems besides SAP
- Prior experience supporting statutory/internal audits

What We Offer

- Professional challenges and good opportunities for personal and professional development
- Good working environment and engaged colleagues with competitive conditions
- Independent role with a solid team and professional environment.

📌 Accounting Controller - Reconciliation Expert (Chennai)
🏢 zalaris
📍 Chennai