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　　This is a newly created role to ensure GBT’s Revenue recognition is in compliance with US GAAP (ASC 606) requirements as well as ensuring compliance with SOX 404 requirements in relation to revenue recognition control framework. This is a critical role that requires dealing with commercial, operations, legal, and finance teams by providing technical revenue recognition expertise on both day to day and complex matters including optimal deal structuring and revenue modeling.

　　If you have a strong background in technical and operational revenue accounting, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact within our growing company. You will have the opportunity to mentor and manage other team members as we continue to scale.

　　What You’ll do on a Typical Day ​:-

　　Accounting policy: Maintain Revenue Recognition accounting policies for GBT in conformity with US GAAP and ensure ongoing compliance. Stay up to date with any Revenue Accounting changes and its impact to the company and industry.

　　Governance and support: Establish governance and oversight over accounting teams for compliance with revenue recognition policies, procedures and reporting in conformity with current FASB and SEC guidance to ensure assurance of accurate and timely results in cooperation with operational accounting teams.

　　Prepare/review of revenue related journal entries (primarily non-recurring), key balance sheet reconciliations (primarily involving estimates or assumptions) and variance commentary as part of monthly/ quarterly close activities

　　Identify and assess non-GAAP policies impacts e.g. gross-to-net accounting, refund obligation for cancellations and costs to obtain contracts

　　Monitor accrual assumptions or models underlying Supplier revenue accounting for monthly and quarterly revenue in coordination FP&A teams

　　Review of estimates & judgements including applying appropriate methodologies and calculations related to revenue recognition ensuring compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and controls

　　Providing advice and assistance to business partners with questions related to revenue recognition accounting

　　SOX compliance: Responsible for SOX 404 compliance:

　　Design and implementation of internal controls related to global revenue processes including but not limited to reviewing process narratives, ensuring operating effectiveness of revenue controls for all streams

　　Lead/assist in walkthroughs and testing of controls by both external auditors and our internal audit firm, including preparation of support for all requests

　　Assist with remediation of SOX observations and simplifying the SOX control framework for Revenue recognition

　　Stakeholder Management: Act as the strategic partner to finance leadership in driving & streamlining process improvements within revenue recognition close process

　　Support FP&A and Order to Cash/Supplier or M&E accounting teams in ensuring accounting as per ASC 606

　　Work with Pricing, Legal, Technology, operational accounting & shared services O2C teams to enable revenue recognition control framework

　　Technical accounting advisory: Perform technical accounting research as needed and prepare memos documenting conclusions and proper accounting treatment

　　Act as the Subject Matter Expert on revenue accounting providing guidance on technical accounting, policy and process changes while ensuring accounting compliance

　　Audit assistance: Act as a liaison for external auditors for accounting and reporting matters related to Revenue recognition, as needed. including alignment on revenue positions and accounting treatments

　　Contract and contract modification reviews: Review contracts with customers for non-standard treatments or modifications across multiple revenue streams and review/approve technical checklists to ensure accounting assessment in accordance with US GAAP 606

　　Deal structuring & M&A support: Provide support to commercial teams for optimal deal structuring and revenue modeling as well as necessary support for revenue recognition for any M&A integration

　　Financial reporting: Prepare the financial Statement disclosures related to revenue recognition for quarterly and annual financial statements as per US GAAP and SEC requirements

　　Technology and enhancements: Optimize revenue accounting processes and drive automation initiatives by optimizing existing systems or implement new recognition software to achieve higher level of revenue recognition assurance, efficiency and accuracy in revenue recognition

　　Providing ad hoc reporting, analysis, or assistance in other projects as needed as part of the larger Controllership organization

　　What We’re looking for :-

　　Qualified Chartered accountant with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; US CPA is an added advantage.

　　5+ years of combined experience in both public accounting and/or in Revenue Technical Accounting function.

　　3+ years' experience with SOX controls specifically related to US GAAP ASC 606 and direct experience with ASC 606 associated with revenue from contracts with customers. Relevant activities include documenting accounting conclusions on new or modified customer contracts (such as through accounting position papers); and financial statement disclosure preparation and reviews.

　　Previous experience in Big 4 firm and/or experience in a similar role in a publicly traded, multinational company with international operations.

　　In-depth knowledge of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606) and related technical accounting standards

　　Ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects while meeting goals and deadlines.

　　Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functional units and levels within the organization.

　　Strong financial and analytical skills including substantial experience with accounting principles and financial statement analysis.

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

　　Continuous improvement mindset with a proven ability to implement process improvements.

　　Strong accounting and financial acumen with excellent communication skills.

　　Experience utilizing accounting and reporting software (NetSuite and Blackline, preferred). Revenue recognition software implementation experience will be desirable.

　　Experience with M&A integration support for Revenue recognition will be an advantage.

　　Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

　　Professional demeanor with ability to interact with all levels of management.

　　Location

　　India - Haryana - Gurgaon

　　The #TeamGBT Experience

　　Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

　　Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and more.

　　Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.

　　Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with global tuition assistance, access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.

　　We strive to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every aspect of our business at GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global Inclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

　　Wellbeing resources to support mental and emotional health for you and your immediate family.

　　And much more!

　　All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, gender identity (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or marital status. It is our policy to maintain an equal-opportunity environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias for our candidates, colleagues, clients and suppliers.

　　We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please, let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process. For more details, please consult GBT Recruitment Privacy Statement (https://www.amexglobalbusinesstravel.com/gbt-recruitment-privacy-statement/) .

　　What if I don’t meet every requirement? If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be a phenomenal addition to our team, don’t worry about “checking every box;" please apply anyway. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

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