Accountant 2

Overview

Come join Intuit's Chief Accounting Officer organization as an Accountant (full-time) on our Shared Services team, based out of India. This critical role will contribute to the efficient management of key cash accounting functions and support general accrual processes, playing a vital part in maintaining the integrity of Intuit's financial records. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a proactive approach, capable of optimizing accounting operations within their scope while ensuring alignment with US GAAP and company policies. This role requires a hands-on individual who can effectively utilize systems and tools, coordinate with stakeholders, and consistently deliver high-quality results in adherence to SLAs.

What you'll bring

• Degree/Masters specializing in accounting strongly preferred. CA Qualification not mandatory.
• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant experience in GL accounting, with demonstrable hands-on experience in cash accounting and a strong understanding of reconciliation processes.
• Proven experience with financial systems and tools, with Oracle, Blackline, and QuickBase experience a plus. Familiarity with cash management systems (e.g., Kyriba) is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong organization, time management, and task prioritization skills, with a proactive approach to meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and a commitment to timely and accurate delivery.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency.
  
  

How you will lead

• Cash Reconciliation & Analysis: Perform regular and timely reconciliations of General Ledger cash accounts to bank statements, utilizing reconciliation tools (e.g., Blackline). Investigate and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies related to cash with thorough documentation and adherence to timelines, including those arising from automated processes within Kyriba.
• Cash Clearing Management: Take ownership of monitoring, analyzing, and clearing cash-related reconciling accounts (e.g., Cash Clearing), ensuring proper categorization, robust supporting documentation, and adherence to established guidelines for resolution.
• Automated Cash Processing: Understand, apply, and maintain system rules and logic for automated cash transaction processing within cash accounting systems (e.g., Kyriba), proactively seeking opportunities for rule optimization to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and reduce manual intervention.
• Cash Journal Entries: Prepare and post accurate and well-supported journal entries related to cash transactions, including complex manual entries for items not automatically processed, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with Treasury, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and other relevant teams to investigate and resolve cash discrepancies, providing clear and timely communication to ensure accurate cash balances and reporting.
  
  

General Ledger Accounting (Broader Responsibilities)

• GL Support & Documentation: Gather, prepare, test, and maintain adequate documentation to support journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for a broad range of accounting areas, consistent with US GAAP and company policies.
• GAAP Interpretation & Application: Apply sound judgment and correctly interpret US GAAP accounting requirements to ensure accounting entries are properly recorded and substantiated.
• Risk Assessment: Effectively assess risk over accounts and areas of responsibility beyond cash, ensuring the financial integrity of accounting entries.
• Balance Sheet Review: Perform periodic analytical reviews of the balance sheet with insightful commentary, incorporating trend analysis across various GL accounts and a clear understanding of the underlying business drivers influencing account movements.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the identification and implementation of simplification and automation initiatives within the accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• SLA Adherence: Ensure adherence to established SLAs for all accounting deliverables, contributing to the overall success of the Shared Services Center.
• Internal Controls: Support the implementation and maintenance of a robust process and internal control environment, ensuring compliance with company policies.