Senior Controllership Associate I

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, IND
Hybrid
Senior level
Digital Media • Information Technology • Analytics
Nielsen is where AI-powered, globally connected media intelligence is being reimagined.
The Role
Maintains lease accounting data, prepares journal entries, calculates right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, performs monthly close activities, analyzes reports, ensures compliance with lease accounting standards, supports audits, and collaborates with finance, legal, and operations teams. The role requires financial accounting, reconciliations, ERP experience, advanced Excel, and workflow automation skills.
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Company Description

At Nielsen, we are passionate about our work to power a better media future for all people by providing powerful insights that drive client decisions and deliver extraordinary results. Our talented, global workforce is dedicated to capturing audience engagement with content - wherever and whenever it’s consumed. Together, we are proudly rooted in our deep legacy as we stand at the forefront of the media revolution. When you join Nielsen, you will join a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and the ambition to make an impact together. We champion you, because when you succeed, we do too. We enable your best to power our future.

Job Description

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date lease data in the designated system.  
  • Prepare and post lease-related journal entries in accordance with accounting standards US GAAP/ IFRS/Local GAAP.  
  • Calculate ROUA & lease liability valuation for manual leases.
  • Perform monthly closing activities related to leases, ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly.  
  • Prepare and analyze lease-related reports for internal and external stakeholders.  
  • Ensure compliance with relevant lease accounting standards (IFRS 16/ASC 842/Local GAAP)
  • Collaborate with various departments, including finance, legal, and operations, to gather necessary lease information.  
  • Assist with audits and provide documentation as required.   
  • Prior experience of working on SAP S4/ECC or a large ERP platform (Optional)
  • Expert in advanced Excel and workflow automation to streamline process

Qualifications

  • Experience range 1-3 Years   
  • Graduation in Finance (CA/CMA/ACCA preferred)

Skills Required for the role     

  • Financial Accounting knowledge - 50%
  • Account Reconciliations  - 20%
  • Working in an ERP environment- 20%
  • Communication skills- 10%

Additional Information

Please be aware that job-seekers may be at risk of targeting by scammers seeking personal data or money. Nielsen recruiters will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with a nielsen.com domain. Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nielsen via other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. Always verify that email communications come from an @nielsen.com address. If you're unsure about the authenticity of a job offer or communication, please contact Nielsen directly through our official website or verified social media channels.

Skills Required

  • 1-3 years of professional experience
  • Graduation in Finance
  • CA, CMA, or ACCA qualification
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Financial accounting knowledge
  • Account reconciliation experience
  • Experience working in an ERP environment
  • SAP S/4HANA or SAP ECC experience
  • Workflow automation experience
  • Communication skills

Nielsen Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nielsen and has not been reviewed or approved by Nielsen.

  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as generous for all parents, with birthing parents receiving substantially longer time, and the program is complemented by adoption, fertility, and surrogacy support. Employer-verified entries and company communications consistently highlight family benefits as a standout.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is considered solid, with some teams using flexible or unlimited PTO models and additional offerings like paid volunteer time. These time-away policies often contribute meaningfully to work-life balance.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Smart Work flexibility, an Employee Assistance Program, and broader well-being initiatives are emphasized as part of a holistic package. These elements are frequently cited as strengths that enhance day-to-day experience.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
Year Founded: 1925

What We Do

For over 100 years, Nielsen has been a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, shaping the future of media. Measuring behavior across all channels and platforms to discover what audiences love, we empower our clients with trusted intelligence that fuels action. As the global media industry continues to evolve, Nielsen will be at the forefront of delivering audience insights that empower marketers and content developers, and ultimately help connect consumers to what matters most to them. We will be guided by our values of inclusion, courage and growth; and we will continue to innovate our products and technology while investing in our talent to drive sustainable and scalable long-term growth.

Why Work With Us

At Nielsen, we have big dreams and aspirations, all of which are achievable if we work as a team. Our culture helps us come together and clarifies how we work together to achieve these goals

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