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The worldwide data management software market is massive (According to IDC, the worldwide database software market, which it refers to as the database management systems software market, was forecasted to be approximately $82 billion in 2023 growing to approximately $137 billion in 2027. This represents a 14% compound annual growth rate). At MongoDB we are transforming industries and empowering developers to build amazing apps that people use every day. We are the leading developer data platform and the first database provider to IPO in over 20 years. Join our team and be at the forefront of innovation and creativity.

MongoDB is the next-generation database that helps businesses transform their industries by harnessing the power of data. The world’s most sophisticated organizations, from cutting-edge startups to the largest companies, use MongoDB to build applications never before possible at a fraction of the cost of legacy databases. This is a rare opportunity to work for a breakthrough company that is reinventing a $80B market. It is the fastest-growing database on the planet, and the MongoDB community is redefining industries with especially innovative applications.

As an GL Team Lead, you'll be responsible for guiding the GL Team as they manage the operations of GL & MEC process for the Global regions. You are expected to manage and enhance the financial control environment around General Ledger processes. As a Team Lead you will guide the business to mitigate risk, support high quality decision making and help build the financial infrastructure to scale in support of the business.

Responsibilities

  • Involved in month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities including preparing/reviewing journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Supervise and manage 1-2 GL specialists , assigning the tasks between them
  • Maintaining General Ledger and tracking all manual Journals recorded in the books
  • Ensuring proper classification of cost under profit & loss account
  • Coordination with AP, AR, Inventory, Payroll, Treasury & Intercompany teams internally for getting information on time to meet timelines
  • Preparation of Monthly MIS reports within the time frames defined
  • Reconciliation of General Ledgers with respect to validity of the closing balances every month
  • Performing variance analysis , Income statement analysis on monthly basis and presenting it to the higher management
  • Coordination with Audit teams for providing information required
  • Frequent collaboration and communications with various stakeholders & extended teams in EU & US regions to ensure all the transactions are properly considered & accounted for
  • Maintaining good & smooth communication channels with members within the team as well as with clients
  • Maintaining high confidentiality of information to protect the interests of company and staff
  • Develop team members by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships
  • Assist in the design and implementation of internal controls, process improvements & process documentation (SOP’s/DTP)
  • Adherence to US GAAP with respect to all accounting interpretations and applications. Work cross functionally, and interact with all levels of management
  • Prepare and present KPIs to stakeholders

Experience & Qualifications

  • 2+ years of people manager experience with GL Teams - Required
  • Bachelor’s Degree OR Masters in commerce
  • Candidate must be at least a qualified/semi qualified CA/ICWA/CMA or pursuing CPA/ACCA. 
  • 7 plus Years of experience in Finance & Accounting functions out of which at least 4 plus years of experience handling Month close activities & Preparation of Balance sheet & P&L
  • Must have the working knowledge of AP, AR and GL in ERP environment (ERP Oracle knowledge is suggestable)
  • Should be proficient with MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook
  • Must have a good understanding of accounting concepts and policies
  • Must be very familiar with working with multiple currencies, foreign exchange currencies and recognition of loss or gain on currency fluctuations
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Required multi-task, organizing and time management skills
  • Must be proactive in thinking, accepting responsibility and ownership
  • Skills of Effective time management of activities is required

Shift Timings - 02 PM - 10 PM

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