SASA-IND- Chief Accountant

Purpose of function

The Supply Area Finance Performance & Operations function secures compliance to internal and external regulations in the operations of all Purchasing & Logistics companies. We do this in several assignments such as Controllership Transactional Finance Specialist Finance Business Finance (Supply Area performance) and Risk & Compliance.

Purpose of job

As Chief Accountant you are responsible for legal (tax & statutory) Inter IKEA and statutory reporting required under local law. You manage the Accounting function including leading the related agenda setting priorities and oversee the execution of related activities.

Job Description

Assignment:

• Responsible for legal (tax & statutory) and Inter IKEA reporting including transfer pricing and other periodic tax & statutory filing required under local law. When required represent the company externally.
• Secure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements by overseeing the statutory accounting also ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Manage the Accounting function including leading the related agenda setting priorities and oversee the execution of related activities.
• Lead processes of journal entries allocations provisions accruals deferrals and GL documentation to maintain accurate financial records.
• Secure fixed asset depreciation depletion and amortization and oversee asset reports to reflect and report on the asset portfolio.
• Lead the closing process close sub-ledgers (AP AR FA Inv.) analyze variances reconcile accounts perform FX revaluations reconcile intercompany transactions and close the general ledger for accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Ensure that the Chart of Accounts and related data management is consistent with financial reporting.

Supply Area FP&O specific:

• Responsible that local applications and processes are adequate in place documented and implemented.
• Responsible for governance and corporate compliance and key controls in legal entity.
• Continuously work with improvements and actively participate in applicable Finance Performance & Operations Networks and global projects.

Qualifications :

Knowledge:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years work experience in similar position.
• Good knowledge of financial processes general accounting procedures tax and other legal finance regulations.
• Knowledge of Inter IKEA Financial Manual and other Inter IKEA regulations.
• Good knowledge in MS office and knowledge of accounting and reporting systems.
• Good communication skills.
• Fluent in local language and English.

Motivation:

• Enjoy and get energy in creating structure priorities and accuracy.
• Enjoy working methodically and structured with attention to details.
• Committed in looking for ways to simplify and improve ways of working.
• Inspired and guided by IKEA culture and values.
• Eager to work and contribute in a global environment/matrix.

Capabilities:

• Analytical structured with the ability to see the total holistic picture and at the same time pay attention to details.
• Ability to communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Service minded.
• Ability to work with problem solving flexible adaptable and take the initiative for improvements.
• High commitment work ethic and integrity.

Additional Information :

Get ready to assemble something new! We look forward to receiving your application soon by September 17th 2026.

This position will be based in Bangalore India. Please note that we will be interviewing continuously which means that we may close the application process earlier than stated if we find the right candidate. So dont delay please send us your application today.

This is a permanent position located in Bengaluru India. If you have questions about the position please write to Recruitment India.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer:
At IKEA we value diverse backgrounds perspectives and skills. We are committed to providing coworkers with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage individualism and invite you to come join our team and be yourself with us! We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation age veteran status disability status or any other applicable characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications merit and business need.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time