GL Accounting Manager

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Job Description
The eBay Accounting team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a combination of technical and operational accounting skills to join the team as an Accounting Manager.
This is an opportunity to become a member of a dynamic organization supporting eBay’s largest, and multi-billion-dollar Marketplaces platform acting as the subject matter expert supporting the Payments business and driving operational accounting process improvement. Ideal candidates will use their accounting and process knowledge to contribute meaningfully to a winning organization. The successful candidate will find him/herself surrounded by sharp professionals with diverse backgrounds, operating in a fast-paced, intellectual, and team-oriented environment.
Location: Bengaluru, India
Familiarity with financial statement preparation, financial reporting and regulatory reporting
Assist in the monthly close process
Review and preparation of balance sheet fluctuations
Ad hoc analysis of Balance Sheet accounts as requested by Business partners
Review and preparation of journal entries and ad hoc reporting
Partner with various business partners and locations to improve and streamline processes
Drive process improvements through evaluation of processes in accounting day to day activities and implementation of changes for improved efficiencies
Participate in automation projects to develop automation on routine/repetitive activities
Keep job skills current with evolving accounting landscape
Fulfil responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the Company values and behaviours and maintain high ethical values
Experience And Skills
Experience with Financial Statement preparation
Experience with statutory reporting and audit in either the UK or EU regions is a must
Extensive knowledge in US GAAP and IFRS (HGB is a plus)
Experience in working for large company & dealing with large volume of transactions
Experience in General Ledger accounting
Process oriented with an attitude on how to achieve efficiencies within a function
Detail, deadline and goal-oriented
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English are required; German proficiency is a plus
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organization skills
Be a self-starter with fast learning skills and able to work with minimal supervision
Able to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency
Desire to improve processes, implement new ideas and actively get involved
Database and basic understanding of SQL query a plus but not required
SAP / ERP experience a plus but not required
Requirements
B.Com or equivalent degree in Accountancy or Finance
CPA or Equivalent
IFRS and US GAAP knowledge
5 or more years of progressive accounting experience in a Big four audit firm.
Additional Details
eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities.
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Skills
Accounting, SQL, Process Improvement, ERP, SAP

Work arrangement
Hybrid