Specialist - Technical Accounting & Assurance

Description & Requirements

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.

• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy.

• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development.

• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader.

About the Role

As a Specialist - Technical Accounting & Assurance, you will support the team in applying accounting standards (such as IFRS and K-IFRS) across the organization. You will assist in researching and documenting accounting positions, support the preparation and review of accounting policies, and help analyze accounting implications for routine and selected complex transactions. You will also support statutory and management reporting activities, assist with audit-related requests, and work closely with senior team members and cross-functional teams on projects such as acquisitions and other finance initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Analyze complex accounting issues and provide well-documented technical guidance on complex transactions (e.g., revenue, leases, business combinations, impairments) in line with IFRS.

• Assist in providing accounting support for M&A, divestitures, joint ventures, and restructuring activities.

• Evaluate the accounting treatment of business combinations, goodwill, and intangible assets.

• Support the preparation and maintenance of accounting position papers and judgment memos for material and complex matters.

• Assist in drafting and updating accounting policy documentation.

• Support the preparation and review of guidance related to financial statement line items.

• Participate in training sessions for finance teams on accounting policy updates and technical topics.

• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, including disclosures.

• Act as a key liaison with external auditors, ensuring audit readiness, timely issue resolution, and minimal audit adjustments.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 2+ years of relevant experience in technical accounting, financial reporting, audit, or accounting advisory roles.

• Deep understanding of accounting and international standards

• Proven experience in analyzing and applying IFRS to real-world business scenarios.

• Hands-on experience in preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS

• Strong analytical skills with good attention to detail and willingness to learn.

• Demonstrated experience in accounting transformations and regulatory projects.

• Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) or strong aptitude to learn new systems quickly.

• 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

• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification in accounting or auditing

• 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.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work from the office.

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 products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)

• 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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About 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!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: View email address on jobsearch.harman.com.

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  View email address on jobsearch.harman.com . Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.