Lead Accountant, 5+ Years Experience, Power BI, Excel, Accounting, GAAP, Reconciliation

Assurant

Lead Accountant focused on financial statement preparation and compliance. Supporting financial practices and managing a small team within Assurant's India offices.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeHyderabad • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare accurate and timely financial statements that reflect business performance and comply with GAAP and Statutory accounting principles.
Record and process monthly and quarterly journal entries to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data.
Perform account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.
Prepare and reconcile cash accounts for designated clients, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal controls.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure financial reporting supports business needs and audit readiness.
Assist in the planning and execution of accounting activities related to special projects and initiatives.
Conduct research on complex accounting issues, including compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and other regulatory requirements.
Provide recommendations based on findings to support accurate and compliant financial practices.
Will be expected to take the lead on a small team.
Assist with more complicated tasks and helping the staff troubleshoot.
Lead meetings.
Participate in the preparation and distribution of internal and external financial reports.
Support the development of financial analyses that inform business decisions and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate recurring accounting processes, leveraging tools and technology to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Lead or support the implementation of process improvements.
Develop and maintain clear, up-to-date documentation of accounting procedures and controls.
Provide accounting services and support to affiliated entities or business units as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting
Minimum of 6 years of general accounting experience
Experience leading and managing others a plus
Strong Technical Accounting Expertise: Deep understanding of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles with the ability to apply them accurately in complex scenarios.
Technology-Driven Mindset: Proactively leverages financial systems, automation tools, and data analytics platforms to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency.
Analytical & Investigative Strength: Demonstrates sharp analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; able to research and resolve discrepancies with precision and sound judgment.
Effective Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally—both verbally and in writing—with internal teams and external clients; able to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Organizational Agility: Manages multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and deadlines; maintains structure and clarity in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial statementsGAAPStatutory accounting principlesjournal entriesaccount reconciliationscash accounts reconciliationfinancial reportingfinancial analysesprocess improvementsdocumentation of accounting procedures

Soft Skills

leadershipanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingeffective communicationorganizational agilitycollaborationattention to detailtime managementtroubleshootingmeeting facilitation

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in Accounting