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 Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience.
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
About the Role
This is a Staff role in Record to Report. The position will be responsible for carrying out accounting activities with guidance which include daily, weekly and monthly journal activities, month end closing, reporting and account reconciliations. Also support compliance and audit tasks.
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 ad hoc 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)
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
Bachelor’s degree with 7+ yrs of experience OR Masters from a Tier 1 institute OR CA.
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
IFRS certification / ACCA / CMA / CPA / CFA
Working experience in SAP, S4HANA and/or a consolidation tool (One Stream) is a plus.
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
Successfully complete a background investigation and an occupational health screening (may include a drug screen) as a condition of employment
Willingness to work in EU and US time zones and accept to deliver in stringent timelines.
What We Offer
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
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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
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience or Master's from a Tier 1 institute or CA
- Strong accounting knowledge, understanding of US GAAP and IFRS
- Strong interpersonal skills with stakeholders and colleagues
- Excellent MS Office Suite skills
- IFRS certification / ACCA / CMA / CPA / CFA
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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