PUN - General Ledger (SAP) - Senior Associate - REF84704Q_2025197826 I US S at WNS Global Services

Pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SAP, General Ledger Accounting, Financial Reporting, Month-End Close, Reconciliations, Intercompany Accounting, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Accounting Principles, Process Improvement, ERP Systems, GAAP, IFRS, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Company Description WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), is a leading Business Process Management (BPM) company. We combine our deep industry knowledge with technology and analytics expertise to co-create innovative, digital-led transformational solutions with clients across 10 industries. We enable businesses in Travel, Insurance, Banking and Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods, Shipping and Logistics, Healthcare, and Utilities to re-imagine their digital future and transform their outcomes with operational excellence.We deliver an entire spectrum of BPM services in finance and accounting, procurement, customer interaction services and human resources leveraging collaborative models that are tailored to address the unique business challenges of each client. We co-create and execute the future vision of 400+ clients with the help of our 44,000+ employees. Job Description The Record to Report (R2R) Specialist is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the organization’s financial statements through efficient month-end closing, reporting, and reconciliation processes. This role covers key areas of general ledger accounting, including cash & bank, selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses, revenue and inventory accounting, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet financial analysis & tax. The position ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while supporting continuous process improvement across all R2R functions. R2R professionals will be responsible for performing and reviewing end-to-end R2R processes to ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS), internal controls, and company policies while driving process improvement and operational excellence Responsibilities Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in accordance with timelines. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments ensuring accuracy and completeness. Perform general ledger reconciliations and resolve open items promptly. Support preparation of financial statements and management reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow). Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and statutory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, etc.) to resolve accounting issues Closing & Reporting - Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in line with corporate timelines. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure accurate financial results. Review trial balances and perform variance analysis to identify and correct discrepancies. Prepare financial statements and management reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow). Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations. Cash & Bank Accounting - Record daily bank transactions and reconcile balances with bank statements. Monitor and report cash positions, interest, and bank charges. Work with Treasury to ensure timely and accurate cash reporting Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) Expenses - Record and analyze SG&A expenses to ensure proper cost center allocation. Review expense accruals, prepayments, and amortization schedules. Identify opportunities for expense control and process optimization Revenue & Inventory Accounting - Record and reconcile revenue transactions in compliance with IFRS 15 or local GAAP. Manage inventory valuation, adjustments, and variance analysis. Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain on stock accuracy and reporting Intercompany Accounting - Record, reconcile, and eliminate intercompany transactions during consolidation. Coordinate with global entities to ensure accurate cross-company postings and settlements. Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany agreements Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis & Tax - Prepare detailed balance sheet reconciliations and conduct variance analysis. Support tax accounting processes including deferred tax, provisions, and adjustments. Provide analytical insights for management review and audit support Timeliness and accuracy of month-end closing and reporting. Quality and completeness of account reconciliations. Reduction in open items and audit findings. Compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Efficiency improvements and process automation initiatives Your profile R2R Team Member (1–3+ Years of Experience) Perform day-to-day general ledger accounting and month-end close activities. Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and standard reports. Assist in cash, bank, and expense accounting. Support audit requests and data preparation. Identify and report process issues or control gaps to the Senior Specialist or Team Lead. Review journal entries, reconciliations, and closing activities performed by Analysts. Handle complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, inventory, and intercompany. Conduct analytical reviews of balance sheets and P&L accounts for accuracy. Support continuous improvement projects and standardization initiatives. Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned process areas. Provide training and mentoring to junior team members. Manage the R2R team and oversee end-to-end general ledger, closing, and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and internal control frameworks (SOX). Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements. Manage stakeholder relationships with Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Audit teams. Analyze monthly results, provide commentary, and present reports to management. Drive process transformation, automation, and KPI improvement initiatives. Supervise, coach, and evaluate team members’ performance. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce. Prior Experience in Record to Report (R2R), General Ledger Accounting, or Financial Reporting roles. Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and MS Excel. Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and reporting. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, inter-personal and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Experience working in a shared services or multinational setup preferred Knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting best practices preferred Hands-on experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and intercompany accounting. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines. Exposure to tax accounting, fixed assets, or consolidation processes. Familiarity with reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Hyperion, BlackLine). Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean / Six Sigma). Qualifications B Com/M ComGood understanding of financial processes and operation Skills.People with experience of SAP, S4 HANA will be preferred. Capable of effectively handling multiple priorities under time and delivery pressures in a changing business environment.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

The Record to Report (R2R) Specialist is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial statements through efficient month-end closing, reporting, and reconciliation processes. This includes executing closing activities, preparing journal entries, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues.