Senior Manager – International Accounting Operations (India)

Senior Manager International Accounting Operations (India)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Manager, International Accounting & Operations to lead global accounting and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities from our India hub. This high-impact role combines accounting oversight with commercial and operational ownership of the full Order-to-Cash cycle.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, hands-on operational experience, and the ability to partner across North America, EMEA, and APAC. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing working capital, and driving process and system improvements as part of Foundrys global finance transformation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead international accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in general ledger, reconciliations, and reporting across multiple entities.
• Manage global AR operations including billing, collections, credit control, and cash application, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close activities, reviewing AR, revenue, and related accounting entries to ensure compliance with US GAAP and local statutory requirements.
• Partner with global accounting and FP&A teams to improve cash flow forecasting, reduce DSO, and optimize working capital.
• Lead system and process transformation initiatives (Dynamics 365, automation tools) to integrate AR and accounting processes globally.
• Collaborate with Sales, Legal, and Operations to align contract terms, resolve billing issues, and strengthen revenue recognition discipline.
• Develop, document, and enforce accounting and AR policies, controls, and standard procedures across regions.
• Support US GAAP and statutory audits, ensuring timely submission of reconciliations, audit schedules, and compliance documentation.
• Build and mentor a high-performing India-based finance team, strengthening Foundrys offshore accounting capability.

Education & Professional Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA and/CA/ICWA preferred.

Candidate Profile

• 12-15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including global close and AR leadership.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge: proven ability to interpret and apply US GAAP in coordination with multiple international local GAAP requirements.
• Proven success improving AR and working capital performance while maintaining accuracy.
• Proven track record of leading and motivating teams in India within a global matrix organization.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably Dynamics 365) and automation tools.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively across cultures and time zones.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professional skepticism.