Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the creative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
What You’ll Be Part Of
As Manager – Legal Entity Controller, you will be responsible for end-to-end ownership of financial reporting under IFRS and applicable local GAAP frameworks, as well as management of statutory audits across European, Asian and American jurisdictions. The role bridges technical accounting, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder management to ensure that the Group's financial statements are accurate, timely, and fully compliant with all applicable standards.
How You’ll Make An Impact
• Lead the preparation of financial statements in full compliance with IFRS (IAS/IFRS standards as applicable).
• Ensure accurate preparation and review of statutory financial statements under applicable local GAAP across assigned European, Asian and American jurisdictions.
• Review accounting treatments for complex transactions including business combinations, financial instruments, revenue recognition (IFRS 15), leases (IFRS 16), and impairment (IAS 36).
• Prepare and review accounting policy notes, disclosures, and management commentaries to accompany financial statements.
• Ensure reconciliation of IFRS books to local GAAP books and maintain a comprehensive GAAP differences register for all entities.
• Act as the primary point of contact and relationship manager for external audit firms (Big 4 and mid-tier) across Europe and the Americas.
• Plan, co-ordinate, and drive the statutory audit calendar for all entit