As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.
Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.
Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader
About the Role
We are looking for highly motivated CA Industrial Trainees to join our Finance – Record to Report (R2R) team in Bangalore. This role offers hands-on exposure to global accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance processes across international business operations. This opportunity is ideal for CA students pursuing mandatory industrial training and looking to build a strong foundation in corporate finance, accounting operations, and global stakeholder management.
What You Will Do
Work with global teams geographically and across all Harman businesses
Perform daily tasks in accordance with written instructions and based on guidance from the line manager or senior team members
Collaborate within the general ledger accounting team and the line manager
Provide back-up for one selected team member as appointed by the line manager
Month end closing:
Prepare and post journals entries for various standard and adhoc activities viz., Accruals, provisions, reserves, recharges, reclasses, etc.
Reconcile key GL accounts to ensure no unusual balances are left in Balance Sheet
Maintenance of GL accounts, cost centers, WBS elements, etc. in SAP (where required)
Reporting of Financials in Harman consolidation system.
Balance Sheet Reconciliations:
Reconcile various Balance Sheet GL accounts using standard templates and provide aging analysis where applicable.
List open items with appropriate action plan and target dates of closure
Follow up with relevant action owners to timely resolve open items.
Compliance:
Periodic review and update of Control documents
Adherence to compliance in all activities and ensure zero deficiencies.
What You Need to Be Successful
CA finalists who want to pursue 1 year Industrial training
Strong accounting knowledge, good understanding of US GAAP and IFRS
Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders and other colleagues
Good understanding of Chart of accounts, cost objects
Strongly demonstrate ownership qualities in the function you lead
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent MS office suite skills (Excel, PPT, Word)
Bonus Points if You Have
CA Pursuing / Qualified CA
Attention to detail, analytical, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively work across functional boundaries to bring tasks to successful conclusion
Coming in with a Transformation mindset and the ability to challenge status quo
What Makes You Eligible
Be willing to work in an office; this role is eligible to work remotely up to full-time with occasional trips into the other office location required (this could be on 24-hour notice)
What We Offer
Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies
HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
Tuition Reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Skills Required
- CA finalist seeking one-year industrial training
- Strong accounting knowledge with understanding of US GAAP and IFRS
- Ability to prepare and post journal entries and perform month-end close activities
- Reconcile Balance Sheet GL accounts and perform aging analysis
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Good understanding of Chart of Accounts, cost centers, and WBS elements
- Familiarity with SAP for GL maintenance and postings
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Willingness to work in office and follow hybrid/onsite schedule
- CA pursuing or qualified
- Attention to detail, analytical, multitasking and problem-solving skills
- Transformation mindset and ability to challenge status quo
Harman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harman and has not been reviewed or approved by Harman.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, often including medical, dental, and vision plans, with HSAs/FSAs and disability or life insurance also referenced. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and onsite occupational health services is also part of the package in some regions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle-oriented benefits include employee product discounts and region-specific perks like free fruit deliveries, Cycle to Work schemes, and meal coupons or allowances. Flexible schedules and work-from-home options are also part of the overall offering where roles and projects allow.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is repeatedly characterized as solid or market-aligned for many roles, with salary payments described as consistent and on time. Compensation is also tied to performance in some accounts, reinforcing a perception of basic fairness for a portion of employees.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
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