Job Description

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel

• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development

• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

This role is responsible for supporting Accounts Payable and Travel & Expense (T&E) transaction processing, including performing accounting activities in SAP and ensuring timely payments for HARMAN entities globally. The position will collaborate closely with Finance leaders and business stakeholders to deliver accurate accounting and period-end closing services aligned with current and future business needs. Additionally, the role will assist the Finance Manager in overseeing day-to-day people and process operations for Accounts Payable and Corporate Travel accounting functions.

What You Will Do

• Process vendor invoices with accurate coding, approvals, and compliance.

• Perform 2-way/3-way matching and resolve discrepancies with procurement and business teams.

• Maintain AP aging, follow up on pending items, and support timely payments (ACH/NEFT/RTGS/Wire).

• Reconcile vendor accounts, handle disputes, and manage credit and debit notes.

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations.

• Ensure correct tax treatment (GST, TDS, VAT, WHT) and compliance.

• Review and audit employee expense claims and manage the T&E system.

• Perform Travel & Expense accounting and prepare relevant reports.

• Identify and address non-compliant transactions.

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and SOX/ICFR requirements.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 6–9 years of experience in core accounting and shared services.

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP), Travel & Expense (T&E), general accounting, compliance, and reporting.

• Experience in SAP journal entry processing.

• Solid understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and accounting principles.

• Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and effective problem-solving abilities.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

• Master’s degree or higher accounting qualification, which would be a distinct advantage

• Prior experience in a Shared Services or BPO environment.

• Advanced proficiency in the MS Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work in a hybrid office environment, balancing in-person collaboration with remote flexibility

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• Tuition reimbursement

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, 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.