Accounting Lead - U.S. & India Operations at Lytegen

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GAAP Accounting, Excel, Google Sheets, Accounting Systems, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Intercompany Accounting, Month-End Close, Audit Readiness, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Coordination, Financial Reporting, Journal Entries, Reconciliations, Vendor Management

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Job Title Senior Accounting Manager Location India (On-site) Reporting Line Reports to U.S. Finance Leadership Shift Timing 9:30 PM – 6:30 AM IST (Aligned with U.S. business hours) Working Days 5 days a week Company Overview SkySun.io (A Lytegen Company) is a fast-growing global organization supporting U.S.-based operations through high-impact finance, technology, and operations teams in India. We work closely with U.S. leadership to deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready financial information while maintaining strong internal controls and audit readiness. Role Purpose The Senior Accounting Manager is a critical ownership role responsible for maintaining accurate, current, and audit-ready books for the India entity while supporting U.S. intercompany accounting. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role, not a coordination or oversight-only position. The ideal candidate can independently run accounting end-to-end, meet tight close deadlines, and deliver reliable financial data to U.S. finance leadership with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities1. End-to-End Accounting Ownership (Non-Negotiable) Own the General Ledger completely Prepare and post journal entries and month-end adjustments Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Handle accruals and prepaid accounting Own intercompany accounting between India and U.S. entities 2. Reconciliations (Full Ownership) Bank accounts Credit cards Clearing and suspense accounts Payroll and benefits Vendor balances Intercompany balances Books must always be clean, supported, and fully explainable. 3. Accounts Payable (AP) Vendor setup and master data maintenance Invoice validation and accurate coding Payment coordination and tracking AP aging control and cleanup Ensure approvals follow the defined approval matrix Prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments 4. Accounts Receivable (AR) & Intercompany Billing Intercompany billing between India and U.S. entities Client invoicing (where applicable) AR tracking and aging Collections tracking and follow-ups Ensure revenue is recorded accurately and on time 5. Payroll Coordination Manage India payroll inputs, validation, and reconciliation Support U.S. payroll with accurate accounting inputs Reconcile payroll, benefits, taxes, and related accruals Ensure payroll entries are complete and well-documented 6. Controls, Documentation & Audit Readiness Maintain strong audit trails and documentation standards Enforce approval matrices and segregation of duties Prepare schedules and support internal and external audits Respond to auditor queries with clarity and speed 7. Reporting & Communication Provide timely and accurate financial reports to U.S. leadership Clearly explain variances, balances, and adjustments Proactively flag issues with recommended solutions Maintain consistent communication across time zones Required Experience 7+ years of progressive accounting experience Prior experience as a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager Proven ability to run books end-to-end independently Strong intercompany accounting experience Experience supporting U.S.-based entities from India Hands-on experience managing month-end close under tight deadlines Prior experience supporting internal and external audits Required Skills Strong GAAP accounting fundamentals Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets Hands-on experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar ERPs Exceptional attention to detail with speed and accuracy Strong written and verbal English communication skills Ability to work independently, take full ownership, and deliver without hand-holding

Responsibilities

The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for maintaining accurate and audit-ready books for the India entity while supporting U.S. intercompany accounting. This includes end-to-end accounting ownership, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable management, payroll coordination, and ensuring audit readiness.