GL Accountant

• Corporate:
• Light & Wonder’s corporate team is comprised of incredible talent that works across the enterprise, defying boundaries to provide essential services in an extraordinary manner to ensure the success of the organization and the well-being of employees.

Position Summary

Experience: 1 to 4 Years

Location: ITPL, Whitefield, Bangalore

Work Mode: 4 days per week in office

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Intercompany Accounting:

Process and reconcile intercompany transactions across multiple entities and jurisdictions (APAC region and beyond)

Support intercompany matching and variance analysis

Prepare intercompany documentation and supporting schedules

Identify and resolve intercompany reconciling items

Maintain accuracy and completeness of intercompany ledger records

Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management:

Perform monthly bank reconciliations for assigned entities

Identify and investigate reconciling items and variances

Prepare bank reconciliation documentation and supporting analysis

Resolve timing differences and outstanding items

Support cash position reporting and analysis

General Ledger Management:

Maintain and monitor GL accounts assigned to your responsibility

Review and validate GL journal entries for completeness and accuracy

Support account reconciliations and balance sheet analytics

Ensure GL data integrity and proper documentation

Investigate and resolve GL exceptions and discrepancies

Month-End Close Activities:

Execute assigned close tasks within defined timelines

Support accrual identification and journal entry preparation

Assist with account reconciliations and variance analysis

Participate in close meetings and provide status updates

Handle month-end reporting responsibilities and deadlines

Audit Support:

Prepare and organize audit workpapers and supporting documentation

Respond to audit inquiries and provide timely information

Support SOX and internal audit testing activities

Document processes and controls for audit purposes

Assist external auditors during fieldwork as required

Systems & Process Management:

Maintain working knowledge of Blackline reconciliation platform

Navigate Oracle ERP general ledger and financial reporting modules

Work with Hyperion for budget and variance analysis

Support Navision transactions where applicable

Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives

Additional Responsibilities:

Take on ad hoc projects and tasks as business needs require

Support other GL and accounting teams on a flexible basis

Participate in process improvement initiatives

Contribute to documentation and process standardization

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience:

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in General Ledger, Accounts, or Record-to-Report (R2R) function

Proven experience with bank reconciliations and intercompany accounting

Experience supporting month-end and quarterly close processes

Exposure to audit activities and audit preparation

Technical Skills:

Working knowledge of Blackline reconciliation software

Proficiency with Oracle ERP (GL module)

Familiarity with Hyperion (financial planning / variance analysis)

Experience with Navision or similar ERP systems

Comfortable with Excel and data analysis

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Professional accounting certifications (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent in progress)

Experience in a multinational or regulated industry

Knowledge of transfer pricing and international tax compliance

Exposure to financial shared services environments

Experience with other GL automation tools and platforms

CORE COMPETENCIES & SOFT SKILLS

Essential:

Attention to Detail: High accuracy in transaction processing and reconciliation work

Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to articulate complex accounting issues to non-accountants

Self-Motivation: Proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of assigned tasks

Teamwork: Collaborative mindset; willing to support colleagues and share knowledge

Adaptability: Ready to take on ad hoc work and adjust priorities as business needs change

Pressure Management: Ability to handle month-end and close deadlines with composure

Independent Work: Capable of managing assigned workload with minimal supervision

Transition & Knowledge Transfer: Ability to independently onboard and transition work to teammates

Preferred:

Open-minded and curious approach to learning new tools and processes

Comfort with ambiguity and changing priorities

Initiative in identifying process improvements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS

On-Site Attendance: 4 days per week; flexible on the 5th day

Month-End Support: Extended hours may be required during close periods

Collaboration: Regular interaction with audit, other GL teams, and global business units

Continuous Learning: Willingness to develop technical and functional skills over time

Qualifications