5143111-Assistant Manager

Basic FunctionProficient in Financial Accounting & Reporting, Financial Analysis, Client EngagementProficient in Microsoft Office applications, GAAPOnshore stakeholder management and internal team managementPreparation of critical journal entries, reconciliations and month/quarter end activities before onshore sign offAnalyze trends and variances within the various lines of the income statements and balance sheets while ensuring financial statements are well controlled, timely and accurateEnsure end to end operations management for financial reporting, disclosures, ;Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS and/or Statutory Accounting Principles)Prepare and post journal entries including accrual, adjustments, and reclassifications.Perform general ledger (GL) reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements ;Preparation of financial statements and management reports.Understanding of trial balance, P&L, and balance sheet structure. ;Knowledge of financial closing processes and reporting cycles.To ensure proper documentation of workflow of all activities related to all the clients.Strong collaborative, communication and partnering skills Capable of working with tight deadlines and lead closure of reporting timelinesKnowledge of insurance accounting principles (Premiums, reserves , assumed and ceded)Primary Internal InteractionsTeam members for the purpose of seeking co-operation & clarification on process-related matters & providing support when required ;Primary External InteractionsClient trainers, SMEs and Operations for the purpose of delivering day to day activities/deliverables. ;SkillsTechnical SkillsAdvanced skills in MS Office, MS Excel, MS WordAccounting System or ERP, Web based applications ; ;Process Specific SkillsProcess flows, Documentation and preparation of SOPsAbility to support Internal and external auditsAbility to generate and pull specific reports & upload Journals ; ; ;Soft skills (Desired)Excellent oral/written communication skills.Excellent organization and time management skillsExcellent analytical skills and competent at logical reasoningMust be a self-starter, detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines under pressureSelf-disciplined and result orientedDemonstrate attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment - especially during processingAbility to multi taskAbility to work effectively as part of a teamCommitment and drive for resultsStrong analytical skills ;Ability to understand and question established process guidelines in order to bring about possible process improvementsSoft Skills (Minimum) ;Efficiently managing Internal/External stakeholders ;Education Requirements ;Must be a graduate with at least 15 years of formal education in any stream with relevant experience in the technical areas listed on this JD. ;B.Com / M.Com / MBA / Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting is required. Finance & Accounting experience is necessary. ; ;Work Experience Requirements ;Minimum 4-6 years of work experience in the technical fields as listed in this JD ;EXL is the indispensable partner for leading businesses in data-led industries such as insurance, banking and financial services, healthcare, retail and logistics. We bring a unique combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technology and industry expertise to help our clients turn data into insights, streamline operations, improve customer experience, and transform their business. Our partnerships with clients are built on a foundation of collaboration - and we've been chosen as a partner by nine of the top ten leading US insurance companies, nine of the top 20 global banks, and six of the top ten US health care payers. We function as one team to make your goals our goals, whether that's unlocking the value of generative AI or embedding analytics into workflows that reduce risk or power your growth. Clients choose EXL as their transformation partner for many reasons. Our geographic diversity make talent all over the world instantly accessible. Digital accelerators enable unmatched speed-to-value, letting you realize results fast. It's our people that truly set us apart, though, including the 1,500 data scientists we have dedicated to our generative AI practice. And our more than twenty years of experience in delivering business services, garnering stellar client references, and maintaining a solid balance sheet are reassuring to our C-suite clients. Find out for yourself why clients, employees, and analysts think we're some of the best in the business. Contact us to see how we can help you achieve your goals.