Analyst I, GBS ATR - Blackline

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## Job Description **Role Overview** The Analyst – General Accounting (B16) within the ATR team is responsible for executing core general ledger (GL) accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting the month-end close process. The role focuses on journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial analysis, and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls across global entities. **Key Responsibilities** **General Ledger Accounting** - Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments. - Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger across assigned entities. - Ensure proper classification and recording of financial transactions. **Month-End Close (MEC) Activities** - Support timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. - Perform variance analysis against prior periods, budgets, and forecasts. - Ensure adherence to global close calendars and reporting deadlines. **Balance Sheet Reconciliations** - Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation. - Investigate and resolve reconciling items, including aged balances. - Ensure timely clearance of open items and provide explanations for variances. **Financial Reporting & Analysis** - Support preparation of financial reports and schedules. - Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and risks. - Provide insights to improve financial accuracy and business decision-making. **Controls & Compliance** - Ensure adherence to SOX controls, company policies, and accounting standards (IFRS/US GAAP). - Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external audits. - Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks and governance requirements. **Stakeholder Management** - Collaborate with Finance Controllers, FP&A, and other ATR teams (IC, FA, Cash, Costing). - Act as a point of contact for general accounting queries. - Communicate effectively with global stakeholders to resolve accounting issues. **Process Improvement & Automation** - Identify and drive improvements in general accounting processes. - Support automation, standardization, and transformation initiatives within ATR. - Improve efficiency, accuracy, and reduce manual intervention. **Qualifications & Skills** **Education** - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce - CA/CPA/ACCA (part-qualified or pursuing preferred) **Experience** - 2–4 years of experience in RTR/ATR/General Ledger accounting - Experience in shared services or global business services environment preferred **Technical Skills** - Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/US GAAP) - Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) - Strong MS Excel skills (data analysis, reconciliations, reporting) **Key Competencies** - Strong attention to detail and accuracy - Analytical and problem-solving mindset - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills - Proactive and continuous improvement mindset **Preferred Skills** - Experience with reconciliation tools (e.g., BlackLine, Trintech) - Exposure to SOX controls and audit processes - Experience working in multinational environments - Understanding of end-to-end ATR/RTR processes **What Makes This Role Exciting** - Opportunity to work across multiple accounting areas within a global organization - Exposure to end-to-end financial reporting processes - Involvement in transformation and automation initiatives - Strong career progression within finance and controllership \* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. ## Location(s) Ahmedabad - Venus Stratum GCC **Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.**