Review Specialist- Book to Reports- Financial Reporting & Compliance

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

 

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced candidate to join our dynamic Book to Report (B2R) team. This critical role will be responsible for overseeing and reviewing month-end closure activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance under both International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS).

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in reviewing financial statements, allied disclosures, and ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory and statutory compliances for our Indian clientele.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Review of Month/Quarter/Year-End, Close procedures:• Perform review procedures and ensure Quality of the book close cycles which are free from material misstatements and errors
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues arising during the month-end close process.
• Thoroughly review and ensure quality of closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and related party transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Financial Statement Review & Analysis (IFRS & Ind AS):• Comprehensive review of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, Cash Flow Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity) prepared under both IFRS and Ind AS frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with all recognition, measurement, presentation, and disclosure requirements of IFRS for global reporting and Ind AS for Indian statutory reporting.
• Assess the applicability of relevant accounting policies, Indian Accounting standards, Central Directives and perform checks whether these are consistently applied within the organization
• Perform analytical reviews of financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and ensure consistency. Responsible for implementing & reviewing variance analysis commentaries on monthly, quarterly & yearly frequency.
• Provide explanations on all material variances across the breadth of the Financial statements. Identify and share potential risks from an independent review mechanism and share best practices amongst the Group, to standardize the processes
• Provide expert guidance on complex accounting issues under both IFRS and Ind AS.

 

• Disclosures & Compliances (Ind AS):• Review, evaluate and validate all required disclosures as per Ind AS and relevant GAAP framework, including notes to accounts, segment reporting, related party transactions, contingent liabilities, and other mandatory disclosures.
• Ensure the quality and accurate filing of all statutory returns and compliances as mandated by Indian regulatory bodies (e.g., Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Income Tax Department, SEBI where applicable).
• Stay abreast of the latest amendments and pronouncements in Ind AS and their implications for financial reporting.

• Process Improvements, Trainings & Documentation:• Act as a single source expert for all Accounting topics, GL governance and guide the wider team on complex accounting concepts and compliance requirements.
• Suggest improvements to the working methodology and contribute to the development and enhancement of B2R processes, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control.
• Ensure robust documentation of accounting policies, desktop procedures, and responsibility matrices, internal controls. Drive standardization and best practices across the B2R function.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team and act as a training guide within the team.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory
• Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in Record to Report, Financial Reporting, or Audit roles, with a strong focus on IFRS and Ind AS
• In-depth knowledge and practical application experience of IFRS and Ind AS are essential
• Proven experience in reviewing and finalizing financial statements and disclosures
• Proficiency in working with large ERP systems (SAP, Blackline, HFM)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy