Responsibilities Lead Analyst – Accounting Are you ready to be part of a world-class team that delivers flawless accounting support and solutions?

At Principal Financial Group, we provide an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious individual to make a significant impact within our Accounting team.

Join us, and help build the future of financial services through collaboration and innovation!

• Role Description As a Lead Analyst
• Accounting, you will be a key member of our team, handling various processes including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Reporting, Tax, and Control and Compliance.

Your responsibilities will include processing, recording, maintaining, and balancing financial transactions and reports to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.

• Reporting Relationship This position reports to the Associate Manager
• Accounting.

Key Responsibilities Research, reconcile, and update financial transactions Process and post journal entries for all types of transactions Reconcile general ledgers and balance sheet heads Record and maintain processes related to Accounts Receivable and Payables Process invoices for various vendors and perform reconciliations Update transaction details in databases/applications Prepare reports and conduct variance analysis of financial statements Prepare and perform tasks related to financial statement schedules Lead troubleshooting and resolution of day-to-day issues Assist and supervise team members, ensuring day-to-day deliverables are met Coordinate with business and IT teams; experience with Dodeca and strong Excel skills are advantageous Skillset : Strong knowledge of accounting cycles and fundamentals Ability to learn and adapt to new business processes Proficiency in AP/AR/GL functions Basic understanding of booking and payment of invoices Competence in performing account reconciliations Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with MS Office tools (PowerPoint/Word) Ability to use accounting software for transaction analysis and report extraction Exposure to ERP systems/reporting tools is a plus Great teammate with excellent communication skills (spoken and written English) Strong planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills Proficiencies Make sound business decisions Embrace change Build positive relationships Achieve results Act strategically Qualifications 6-8 years of relevant work experience in Finance/Accounts function, preferably in an offshore set-up with Commerce graduation/post-graduation or CA/ICWA Intermediate Additional Information Shift Timing Candidates must be available to work US shift hours: 5:30/6:30 pm to 2:30/3:30 am.

Lead Analyst – Accounting Are you ready to be part of a world-class team that delivers flawless accounting support and solutions?

At Principal Financial Group, we provide an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious individual to make a significant impact within our Accounting team.

Join us, and help build the future of financial services through collaboration and innovation!

• Role Description As a Lead Analyst
• Accounting, you will be a key member of our team, handling various processes including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Reporting, Tax, and Control and Compliance.

Your responsibilities will include processing, recording, maintaining, and balancing financial transactions and reports to ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.

• Reporting Relationship This position reports to the Associate Manager
• Accounting.

Key Responsibilities Research, reconcile, and update financial transactions Process and post journal entries for all types of transactions Reconcile general ledgers and balance sheet heads Record and maintain processes related to Accounts Receivable and Payables Process invoices for various vendors and perform reconciliations Update transaction details in databases/applications Prepare reports and conduct variance analysis of financial statements Prepare and perform tasks related to financial statement schedules Lead troubleshooting and resolution of day-to-day issues Assist and supervise team members, ensuring day-to-day deliverables are met Coordinate with business and IT teams; experience with Dodeca and strong Excel skills are advantageous Skillset : Strong knowledge of accounting cycles and fundamentals Ability to learn and adapt to new business processes Proficiency in AP/AR/GL functions Basic understanding of booking and payment of invoices Competence in performing account reconciliations Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with MS Office tools (PowerPoint/Word) Ability to use accounting software for transaction analysis and report extraction Exposure to ERP systems/reporting tools is a plus Great teammate with excellent communication skills (spoken and written English) Strong planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills Proficiencies Make sound business decisions Embrace change Build positive relationships Achieve results Act strategically
6-8 years of relevant work experience in Finance/Accounts function, preferably in an offshore set-up with Commerce graduation/post-graduation or CA/ICWA Intermediate