Senior Accountant - Greater Hyderabad, India

Job Description:

Summary

Location, Greater Hyderabad, India

• Only candidates living in the Greater Hyderabad Area will be considered for this role, as this role will be primarily on-site.

• Support the monthly close process for the India entity, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, capitalized software, intercompany charges, and close-related analyses in accordance with US GAAP and India statutory accounting requirements.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages, flux analyses, budget-versus-actual variance support, consolidation inputs, and other financial reporting deliverables; coordinate with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, and business stakeholders to research and explain financial results and account fluctuations.
• Support India statutory accounting and compliance activities, including documentation for statutory audits, Registrar of Companies filings, local financial statements, corporate secretarial matters, and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist with India tax and compliance processes, including GST, TDS/withholding tax, corporate income tax coordination, payroll-related finance matters, and transfer pricing support, in partnership with the Tax team and external advisors.
• Support the transition of accounting and finance activities from external service providers to the in-house India finance function, including process documentation, knowledge transfer, and identification of efficiency and control improvement opportunities.
• Support India Workday ERP implementation and stabilization activities, including data readiness, user acceptance testing, process documentation, issue resolution, and post-implementation process improvements.
• Build effective working relationships across local India stakeholders, Corporate Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Procurement, IT, and external advisors to support entity growth and scalable finance operations.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional accounting experience, including month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, statutory audit support, and/or international subsidiary accounting.
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP and India statutory accounting requirements; demonstrated experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, close schedules, flux analyses, audit schedules, and financial reporting packages.
• Experience with intercompany transactions, transfer pricing support, fixed assets, accruals, expense accounting, and procure-to-pay processes.
• Experience supporting international subsidiaries and consolidation processes, preferably within a US-headquartered parent company structure.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a growing and evolving finance environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with India Companies Act compliance, GST, TDS/withholding taxes, corporate tax coordination, payroll-related finance matters, and local regulatory filings.
• Experience working with external accounting, tax, payroll, corporate secretarial, or statutory audit advisors in an India entity context.
• Experience supporting SOX controls, internal controls frameworks, audit readiness, and process documentation in a multinational environment.
• Experience with Workday or another cloud-based ERP system, including implementation, stabilization, or optimization activities.
• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CMA, or other recognized professional accounting qualification.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience accepted in lieu of a formal degree.

COMMENTS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

Vertex Values: Together We Win

We're building a team of people who are passionate about making an impact for our customers and committed to how that impact is achieved. Our values define the behaviors, mindset, and culture that make Vertex a great place to grow and do meaningful work.

Play to Win or We Don't Play — If we choose to do something, we're choosing to do it because we plan to win. That mindset raises our bar on product quality, customer outcomes, and how we show up for one another.

Work As a Team, Putting the Customer At the Core — Our customers are our true north. Whatever your role, ask: how will this help a customer succeed today? We earn trust through outcomes, not promises.

Achieve Excellence With Integrity, Speed, and Agility — The market isn't slowing down. We'll move faster, adapt quickly, and never compromise on doing things the right way — for teammates, customers, and partners.

Innovate Boldly With a Growth Mindset — Progress demands smart risk. We'll try new approaches, learn fast, and keep pushing the boundaries — especially where AI can remove friction and unlock value.

Communicate with Care, Candor and Transparency — Honest, constructive conversations make us better. Let's speak plainly about what's working and what isn't and help each other improve.

Pay Transparency Statement:

Pay Basis: Monthly

The expected base salary range for this role varies by location and is expressed in local currency. The posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for successful candidates at the time of hire, based on relevant job‑related skills, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay offered to new hires may vary within the posted range depending on individual qualifications and market considerations.

The posted salary range reflects compensation at the time of hire. Employees may experience additional compensation growth over time through performance‑based increases, expanded responsibilities, role progression, or internal career opportunities, in accordance with company policies and local practices.

In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for other elements of Vertex’s total compensation package, which may include participation in the Vertex Bonus Plan (VOB), a role‑specific sales commission or bonus, and/or equity grants, where applicable.

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*In all cases, compensation will comply with applicable local pay transparency and minimum wage requirements.