Accountant

Are you ready to redefine your career in the world of finance Can you deliver performance while navigating an ever-changing global environment If you are keen on accounting and are motivated by growth, seize the chance to join us on this rewarding journey.

Join our global finance team in Chennai, India

We are looking for an Accountant to support the finance team in managing day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards. This role will be stationed in India and will be responsible for financial functions for multiple international regions, including Asia, Middle East, Europe & Africa.

Realise your potential in a team of experts

As a member, you will collaborate directly with the Head of Section - Finance SME. You need to be motivated to work in a changing environment where priorities can change from day to day. It is important that you are a person who finds joy in creating results together and making each other better.

On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensure compliance with Group/Local accounting standards.
• Processing invoices, payments, and journal entries in the accounting system.
• Assisting in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing and reporting.
• Reconciliation of bank statements, accounts payable, and receivables.
• Supporting tax team GST, and other statutory requirements and filings
• Supporting audit processes by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
• Assisting in budget preparation, financial analysis, and forecasting and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
  
  

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future

To do well in this position, we believe that you will be eager to collaborate with others while keeping our clients engaged. You will also pursue new insights and constantly explore new ways to improve, while respecting our clients, your colleagues, the local community, and the planet we live on.

To flourish in this position, you should have a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 5-6 years of work experience in accounting or finance roles.

Additionally, you:

• Are proficient in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and MS Excel. Knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, and financial reporting principles will be an added advantage.
• Have solid attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Can communicate with other business support functions for smooth payment processing.
• Have proficient communication skills along with adeptness in resolving issues.
  
  

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. We support our customers transition towards increased sustainability. We strive to lead by example by embedding environmental management, social responsibility and good governance into our business practices and the options we provide to our customers.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than7,500 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

Got more questions

Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to accomplish and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.