Job Description

Description: Accounting Manager - India Shared Services Center

Position Overview


As the Accounting Manager, you will be at the forefront of our strategic initiative to bring the global corporate accounting functions in-house. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, you will oversee day-to-day general ledger accounting operations for all entities across the globe and play a pivotal role in building a high-performing accounting team from the ground up in India.


This role requires strong leadership, ownership, and hands-on accounting expertise. You will manage the global general ledger functions while supervising the billing, collections, and accounts payable teams based in India while helping to recruit, train, and scale a team of accounting professionals. You will also collaborate closely with US-based leadership.


Long-term, this position offers significant growth opportunities as you contribute to transforming our India operations into a regional accounting shared services center.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Development & Leadership : Lead the strategy and execution of building an in-house accounting team, initially performing hands-on accounting tasks while scaling the team to meet business needs.
• General Ledger Management : Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Oversight of Billing, Collections, and Accounts Payable : Oversee the various India based individuals on the billing, collections, and accounts payable teams.
• Global Collaboration : Partner with US-based accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to align processes and deliverables across regions.
• Transition Management : Support the transition of corporate accounting functions from third-party partners, leveraging your experience to establish robust in-house operations.
• Process Optimization : Develop and implement efficient accounting workflows to support a high-volume, high-growth environment.
• Compliance and Reporting : Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, adherence to internal policies, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Strategic Contribution : Participate in long-term initiatives to position India as a key regional shared services center for global corporate accounting.

Performance Expectations

• Build and scale a high-functioning accounting team within defined timelines.
• Deliver timely and accurate general ledger activities and financial reports.
• Maintain consistent compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Support smooth transitions from third-party accounting partners.
• Demonstrate strong ownership and autonomy in managing team and operational deliverables.


Requirements: Qualifications


Educational Background:

• BS/BA degree in accounting or a related field. CPA or equivalent is preferred.


Experience:

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including leadership roles in managing teams and scaling operations.
• Strong expertise in US GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Proven experience collaborating with US-based teams in a global organization.
• Background in professional or managed services industries is a plus.


Skills:

• Exceptional leadership, team building, and mentorship abilities.
• High degree of ownership and autonomy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead and shape a critical team within a high-growth organization.
• Direct involvement in building a regional accounting shared services center in India for global operations.
• Career progression as the roles and responsibilities expand.
• Work in a collaborative and globally connected environment.


Apply now if you are ready to take ownership of this impactful role and contribute to a transformative vision for corporate accounting operations at Frontline Managed Services.

Physical Requirements:

• •Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.•
• •Periodic travel required up to 15% of the time to client offices.•
• •Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time•