Senior Accounting Manage GL Accounting

at Yext

Hyderabad, India

Yext (NYSE: YEXT) is the leading brand visibility platform, built for a world where discovery and engagement happen everywhere — across AI search, traditional search, social media, websites, and direct communications. Powered by over 2 billion trusted data points and a suite of integrated products, Yext provides brands the clarity, control, and confidence to perform across digital channels. From real-time insights to AI-driven recommendations and execution at scale, Yext turns a brand's digital presence into a competitive advantage, which is only possible through our team of innovators and enthusiastic collaborators. Join us and experience firsthand why we are consistently recognized as a ‘Best Place to Work’ globally by industry leaders such as Built In, Fortune, and Great Place To Work®!

Yext is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounting Manager to join its growing and dynamic accounting team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the monthly close process, analytical and financial metrics, team management & development, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen the overall control environment.

Reporting directly to the Director, Corporate Accounting based in the U.S., this position will lead a team of five and serve as the India Accounting Team Lead. Key responsibilities include leading and owning aspects of the close process, such as cash, prepaids, fixed assets, publishers, accruals and capitalizable software, while driving process improvements and automation initiatives. The successful candidate must be a proven team leader and demonstrate knowledge of business and accounting concepts with strong attention to detail.

What You'll Do

Lead and own month-end close process, including reviewing journal entries, variance analysis, and balance sheet/income statement reconciliations.
Direct and manage day to day activities related to the close process, process improvements, automation and analysis of business results to support the company’s growth.
Research and implement new accounting policies/procedures as well as acting as a technical resource to a variety of stakeholders.
Review accounting transactions to ensure transactions and financial statements are properly reflected and in accordance with GAAP.
Summarize complex transactions and present findings/implications to senior leadership
Initiate and lead process improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce cycle times
Participate in developing and maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring quality controls over business transactions and reporting.
Assist in managing external auditors for annual audit and quarterly audit requests
Provide high-level customer service to finance and non-finance business partners.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support company-wide initiatives and apply critical thinking skills to provide solutions that drive company performance.
Perform ad hoc analysis and reviews and respond to inquiries from senior management.
Coach, train and mentor a high-performing team, fostering professional growth and skill development.

What You'll Have

Degree in Accounting
10+ years accounting experience (preferably with Big 4 background or Big 4/private mix & working in US Public Company)
CPA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office tools including MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint
Strong knowledge and application of GAAP, and internal controls
Leadership experience with a proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate teams
Detail-oriented, process-driven, and strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Ability and willingness to work shift hours to support the U.S. team during critical close periods, often aligning with U.S. Eastern standard time working hours.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and present complex financial data to senior management
Quick learner, intellectually curious, and excited by the challenge of mastering and improving complex systems
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work well under pressure in a deadline driven, results oriented environment
Experience in finance/business process improvement initiatives, including an interest in exploring AI and automation technology to drive efficiencies
Prior experience working in an international business environment
Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, Workday, Floqast, and Tableau or equivalent systems is required

Perks and Benefits

At Yext, we take pride in our diverse workforce and prioritize creating an engaged and connected working environment. Our ambitious mission is to transform the enterprise with AI search, and we know that to achieve that, we need a global team of innovators, visionary thought leaders, and enthusiastic collaborators passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world and contributing to an extraordinary culture.

We believe that people do their best when they feel their best — and to feel their best, they must be well-informed, fuelled, and rested. To ensure our employees are at their best, we offer a wide range of benefits and perks, including:

Performance-Based Compensation: We offer an attractive bonus structure and stock options for eligible positions.
Comprehensive Leave Package: Our leave package includes Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Casual Leave, Bereavement Leave, National Holidays, and Floating Holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Health & Wellness Offerings: We provide medical insurance with 7L coverage, including enhanced parental and outpatient department (OPD) coverage for you, your spouse, two dependent children, and two parents (as applicable and subject to eligibility requirements).
Relocation Benefits: We offer relocation assistance and an allowance to eligible candidates to help ease your transition.
World-Class Office & Building Amenities: Our office has a top-notch infrastructure, including gaming rooms, a plush pantry, and breakout areas.

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Yext is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a results-driven, engaging culture where every employee has the opportunity to contribute to the success of the Company, perform at the highest possible level, and grow their skills and capabilities. Yext welcomes employees and applicants of all backgrounds and demographics, and does not engage in discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic recognized under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. The Company believes a broad variety of life experiences across the Yext team is critical to its mission to help every business in the world be visible everywhere customers search. By seeking out fresh perspectives and fostering a positive interview experience and employee experience, Yext can remain at the forefront of innovation, and better serve its customers.

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