NielsenIQ: Senior Associates – Balance Sheet and Control CoE — Pune, MH, India

About NielsenIQ

NielsenIQ, also known as NIQ, works in consumer intelligence and retail measurement. Its employer material describes using market information, consumer insights and analytics to help businesses understand buying behaviour. Its data operations address the accuracy and completeness of information behind client reports, while analytical services interpret that information. The business connects details about products and retail activity with broader views of markets, giving organisations evidence for understanding demand and making commercial decisions.

The position and its setting

NielsenIQ lists Senior Associates – Balance Sheet and Control CoE in Pune, MH, India, under reference R26_0023699|IN. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 24 September 2026
• Brands: NielsenIQ
• Job Family: Finance Generalist/Multidiscipline

Responsibilities and work described

• The Senior Accounting Control Associate is responsible for driving the organization's financial governance and control framework through the execution, oversight and continuous enhancement of key accounting controls
• This role provides advanced support across balance sheet reconciliations, ASC 606 revenue recognition compliance, journal entry governance, SOX controls, audit readiness, and financial close processes
• The role requires analytical capabilities, the ability to independently manage complex accounting control activities, identify and mitigate financial risks and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen the overall control environment
• The Senior Associate is also expected to lead process improvement initiatives, mentor junior team members and support management in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal policies and regulatory requirements
• 1
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations & Account Governance
• Leadership: the preparation and review of complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely completion
• Execution: detailed analysis of high-risk and critical accounts, identifying trends, anomalies, and potential control concerns
• Drive resolution of aged reconciling items and collaborate with business stakeholders to remediate issues
• Monitoring: compliance with reconciliation policies, governance standards, and control requirements
• Support: management reviews and provide insights on account integrity and financial risk exposure
• Coach and guide team members on reconciliation best practices and quality standards
• 2
• Revenue Recognition Controls (ASC 606)
• Execute and oversee revenue recognition control activities in compliance with ASC 606 and company policies
• Review: complex revenue transactions and supporting documentation to ensure accurate accounting treatment

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline
• 5-8 years of experience in accounting, controllership, financial controls, audit, SOX compliance, or financial governance functions
• Knowledge: US GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition requirements and SOX compliance frameworks
• Experience supporting month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting processes
• Experience working with internal and external auditors in a regulated environment
• Analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities
• Communication and stakeholder management skills
• Manage multiple priorities, influence outcomes, and deliver under tight deadlines
• Work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
• Experience working in a multinational, publicly traded, or SOX-regulated organization
• Advanced experience with:
• OneStream (Account Reconciliations and Controls)
• SAP (General Ledger, Journal Entries, Financial Reporting)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & Power BI, Alteryx, or similar reporting and automation tools
• Understanding: internal control frameworks, risk management, and governance practices
• Knowledge: emerging technologies and automation solutions in finance and controllership functions

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Preferred Skills & Experience

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: Hybrid
• Advertised location: Pune, MH, India

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
• NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows
• These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria
• All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion
• Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans
• NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative
• For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

Pay and application dates

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Relevant skills

• SAP
• Excel
• GAAP
• process improvement
• audit
• accounting
• financial reporting
• compliance
• stakeholder management
• key-account planning
• Power BI