Lead Staff Accountant

You will be joining a globally diverse accounting team that prioritizes innovation and efficiency to keep up with the Company's rapid growth. Your role will involve reporting to the Assistant Controller, APAC and EMEA in India, while also collaborating closely with the corporate accounting team in the U.S. As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the General Ledger function. Your responsibilities will include assisting with the monthly and quarterly accounting close and reporting process, engaging with corporate business units, addressing various inquiries, aiding in global audits compliance, and leading automation projects and reporting. Your tasks at Pega will encompass: - Supporting global monthly/quarterly close and US SEC reporting activities, which involve preparing journal entries and reconciliations, analyzing various accounts, conducting consolidations, and performing fluctuation analysis. - Serving as a knowledge expert for specific accounting areas, assisting internal stakeholders with questions, and conducting technical accounting research. - Identifying areas for process improvement to enhance efficiency, supporting IT in system development and upgrades, and mentoring junior team members. To excel in this role, you should possess a strong grasp of US GAAP and general ledger accounting concepts, thrive in a fast-paced environment, exhibit problem-solving skills, demonstrate self-motivation, and have a continuous learning mindset. Your qualifications should include: - Seven or more years of professional experience in a corporate setting or public accounting firm, with exposure to the General Ledger function. - Being a semi qualified Chartered Accountant. - Proficient in accounting, analytical, and research skills, advanced in Microsoft Excel, and familiar with other Microsoft Office applications. - Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment, with strong organizational and communication skills. - Familiarity with SAP, Blackline, Power BI, SAP Hana database, and Workiva is a plus. At Pega, you can expect: - Gartner Analyst acclaimed technology leadership - Continuous learning and development opportunities - An innovative, inclusive, agile, flexible, and enjoyable work environment Job ID: 22263,