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ELExemplar Luxury Group
Exemplar Luxury GroupLuxury Retail

Trainee, General Accounting

General Ledger

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

0-1 years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

This role involves leading and performing day-to-day general ledger accounting activities, including cash and bank entries, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. The individual will support month-end close processes, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Collaboration with various cross-functional teams is also a key responsibility.

Who are we:

Exemplar Luxury Group, formerly Saks Global, is the luxury collective that comprises iconic luxury retailers, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Driven by a relentless devotion to our customers and powered by our talented colleagues, we offer curated product assortments, unparalleled service and personalized experiences across our integrated retail model. Through strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed names in luxury and deep customer relationships enhanced by the industry's most comprehensive insights, Exemplar Luxury Group is uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

You Will be:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Associate – General Accounting (General Ledger) to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, leading month-end close activities, and supporting reporting and compliance requirements. This position requires strong analytical skills, accounting knowledge, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Role Summary:

  • Lead and perform day-to-day general ledger accounting activities including Cash & Bank entries, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, Intercompany and account reconciliations.

  • Oversee and support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

  • Prepare and review balance sheet and P&L reconciliations in accordance with internal controls and accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).

  • Analyze financial data and variances, providing insights and resolving discrepancies as needed.

  • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, and FP&A to ensure consistent financial data.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • 0-1 years of progressive experience in general ledger or financial accounting roles.

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and internal controls.

  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as Workday, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.

  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, lookups).

  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Experience in multinational or shared services environments.

  • Exposure to financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, Power BI)

Responsibilities:

  • Understand business needs when data/case becomes complex during the month and right analysis of the same.

  • Ensure consistency in analyzing the real estate accounts, balances and its impact on reconciliation.

  • Ensure single source of truth in data.

  • Work collaboratively with other team members and On-Shore.

  • Simplify and automate processes to increase accuracy and reduce manual modes.

  • Work with other team members who are connected to the process to coordinate all process / transactional dots and strengthen the process understanding and process control.

  • Be a SME, to make sure there is proper control on the period activity which helps to understand all DR/CR balances.

Your Life and Career at Exemplar Luxury Group:

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation

  • Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate

  • Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

General Ledger Accounting • 1+ yrs
GAAP/IFRS • 1+ yrs
ERP Systems • 1+ yrs
Excel • 1+ yrs
Problem-solving • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Attention to Detail • 1+ yrs
Financial Reporting Tools • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Finance & Accounting

Industries

Retail

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium6/10
physicalLow2/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh9/10
creativityLow3/10
uncertaintyMedium5/10
communicationMedium7/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Exemplar Luxury Group

Team size

Growing team

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Exemplar Luxury Group, formerly Saks Global, is the luxury collective that comprises iconic luxury retailers, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Driven by a relentless devotion to our customers and powered by our talented colleagues, we offer curated product assortments, unparalleled service and personalized experiences across our integrated retail model. Through strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed names in luxury and deep customer relationships enhanced by the industry's most comprehensive insights, Exemplar Luxury Group is uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

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Trainee, General Accounting

Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaFull Time