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Facebook is looking for an experienced financial professional who can be a key contributor in a high-energy growth environment. The ideal candidate will be a top academic performer with at least seven years in a financial leadership role at a high tech global organization. This is a full time position reporting to the Director of Accounting in Palo Alto, and is located in our offices in Hyderabad, India.

Responsibilities

• Provide office administrative and financial support to the operational teams on the ground in India. This is a hands on role involving lots of cross functional cooperation
• Manage our outsource service provider responsible for India GL postings and reconciliation and accounts payable function, provide oversight and approvals in the process
• Manage quality of service and information flows from outsourced service provider in India ensuring these partners meet all internal FB quality standards and deadlines
• Perform month end close within prescribed deadlines for India and prepare reporting pack for US parent. This will include month end reconciliations and budget to actual analysis
• Responsibility for the processing of all accruals and prepayments required in relation to third party purchases within the month end reporting deadlines
• Production of monthly cost analysis reports for the India organization – supporting operational leadership on an ad hoc basis as needs arise
• Assist with improving, implementing and documenting processes and internal control policies and procedures
• Support various organizational requirements such as local audit and tax preparation
• Lead the charge for excellence in financial controls
• Other projects and initiatives as required

Requirements

• Highest standards of ethical integrity absolute priority
• Third level primary degree in Accounting or Finance
• Recognized accounting qualification, preferably Chartered Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
• 3+ years relevant experience with Big Four and minimum of 3+ years with large, fast-growing, multi-national company
• Local regulatory rules change management experience
• Solid knowledge of local India GAAP and International GAAP
• Strong local, corporate and employee benefits taxes experience/expertise
• Related industry experiences a plus
• Strong computer and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel (experience with Oracle an advantage)
• Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Superb attention to detail yet possesses an understanding of the “big picture”
• Organized and thorough with desire for continuous improvement
• Company Secretary designation a strong plus
• Local regulatory rules change management experience desirable