ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT III - IND

Ashland

The Role

Overview

Senior Associate managing GL accounting, month‑end close, SAP journal entries, analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • general ledger
  • journal posting
  • sap coding
  • month‑end close
  • balance reconciliation
  • audit support

Tasks

-Provide information or assist internal audits by completing internal controls and providing necessary documentation during financial audits. -Ensure adherence to internal controls policies and procedures related to financial statements and consolidation -General Ledger Accounting, -Posting of Journals/Accruals, revenue entries and necessary adjustment entries. -Performing month-end intercompany journal entries and recharge entries, Coding of Invoices in SAP -Perform Month end close/Quarter Close and Year end close activities for EMEA -Preparation of P&L Trend and Balance Sheet Flux Analysis and GP Analysis -Preparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations using Blackline, with timely follow-up on all open items. -Collaboration with external auditors by supplying requested data/files and addressing audit queries during review calls.

Requirements

  • b.com
  • sap
  • oracle
  • detail-oriented
  • communication
  • experience

What You Bring

-B. Com Graduate -Well-organized and reliable -Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting, Strong attention to details and accuracy -Excellent communication and negotiation skills -Working knowledge of SAP/Oracle -Have good exposure to communicating well with local controllers -3-5 years of overall Experience

The Company

About Ashland

-Evolved into a global leader in specialty chemicals, serving industries ranging from agriculture to energy. -Focuses on enhancing performance and sustainability for its customers with a robust portfolio of advanced solutions. -Recognized for innovative materials and technologies that improve product performance across sectors like water treatment, coatings, and construction. -Ashland’s rich history spans nearly a century, marked by strategic acquisitions and a commitment to advancing chemistry and technology. -Typical projects include developing eco-friendly solutions for industrial processes, creating high-performance materials for consumer goods, and advancing energy-efficient technologies. -Known for its long-standing focus on innovation, Ashland’s dedication to research and development continuously drives industry trends and product breakthroughs.

Sector Specialisms

Architectural Coatings

Construction

Energy

Food and Beverage

Personal Care

Pharmaceutical

Utility Water Treatment

Pulp and Paper

Commercial and Institutional

Power

Oil Refining

Chemicals Processing

General Manufacturing

Municipal Waste-Water Treatment

Packaging

Tissue and Towel

Printing and Writing