About the Position

Manager - Legal Entity Controller

Location: Bangalore, India

Job Family: Finance

Worker Type: Regular - Permanent

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Career Level: M3(A)

Job ID: R-55398-2026

Responsibilities

As Manager – Legal Entity Controller, you will be responsible for end-to-end ownership of financial reporting under IFRS and applicable local GAAP frameworks, as well as management of statutory audits across European, Asian, and American jurisdictions. The role bridges technical accounting, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional stakeholder management to ensure that the Group's financial statements are accurate, timely, and fully compliant with all applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation of financial statements in full compliance with IFRS (IAS/IFRS standards as applicable).
Ensure accurate preparation and review of statutory financial statements under applicable local GAAP across assigned European, Asian, and American jurisdictions.
Review accounting treatments for complex transactions including business combinations, financial instruments, revenue recognition (IFRS 15), leases (IFRS 16), and impairment (IAS 36).
Prepare and review accounting policy notes, disclosures, and management commentaries to accompany financial statements.
Ensure reconciliation of IFRS books to local GAAP books and maintain a comprehensive GAAP differences register for all entities.
Act as the primary point of contact and relationship manager for external audit firms (Big 4 and mid-tier) across Europe and the Americas.
Plan, coordinate, and drive the statutory audit calendar for all entities, ensuring timely completion and filing of audited financial statements within statutory deadlines.
Monitor regulatory changes in statutory filing requirements across jurisdictions and update internal processes accordingly and support in regulatory filings.
Provide guidance on the impact of new or amended IFRS standards and advise business units on required accounting changes.
Work closely with the internal audit and risk functions to align on control frameworks and ensure deficiencies, if any, are addressed promptly.
Design and implement robust financial reporting controls and checklists to reduce risk of misstatement in financial statements.
Collaborate with regional CFOs, controllers, tax, treasury, and legal teams to align on financial reporting positions and timelines.

Requirements

Essential Skills:

Professional accountancy qualification: CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent - fully qualified.
6–10 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, statutory audit, or a combination of both.
In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS with hands-on experience preparing or auditing IFRS-compliant financial statements.
Demonstrated experience managing statutory audits across multiple jurisdictions in Europe (e.g., UK, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Poland) and/or the Americas (US, Brazil, or Mexico).
Strong understanding of IFRS and practical experience in managing IFRS-to-local GAAP differences, with hands-on exposure to at least one major local GAAP framework such as HGB or equivalent.
Experience working in a multinational / Big 4 audit firm environment at Manager level or above, OR in a Group Reporting role within a complex international organisation.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Bonus Points if You Have:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Big 4 experience.
Experience in the automotive or automotive supplier industry.
Strong project management skills.
Experience working in a multinational organization utilizing a Financial Shared Services model.
External audit, ESG reporting experience.
Prior exposure to M&A transactions, consolidation accounting, or financial due diligence.
Experience with digital close automation and process improvement in a finance context.
Knowledge of transfer pricing, corporate tax, and indirect tax as they relate to financial reporting.

We Offer

A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others).
Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs.
Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being.
Tuition reimbursement support.
Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available.
An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development.

About the Company

HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners, and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications, and job-related performance.

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Manager - Legal Entity Controller

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