Cs CMA Harshal Agarwal

Finance and accounting leader with 9+ years of global experience in Record-to-Report (R2R), financial reporting, revenue recognition and financial transformation.

Currently

Manager – Revenue Recognition & General Ledger (R2R) at JLL leading (AMER/APAC) regions in accounting operations, period close, and revenue reporting for international entities. Proven ability to improve financial processes, drive automation, ensure SOX and regulatory compliance, and lead high-performing teams in complex multinational environments.

Qualified Public

Accountant, CS, CMA & CA Inter with strong expertise in financial controls, and strategic financial analysis. My detail-oriented and self-motivated approach ensures timely meeting of deadlines in fast-paced environments. I excel in utilizing Microsoft Office and various accounting software to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Manager - Revenue Recognition & General Ledger (R2R) - JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) - Gurugram, India

(2019-12)

• Lead end-to-end R2R accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, period-end close, and financial reporting for multiple international entities.
• Delivered revenue reporting and analysis, providing management with actionable insights for strategic decision-making, and ensured revenue recognition compliance with US GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Managed financial accounting for multiple countries, mentoring teams, and providing subject matter expertise in country-specific accounting.
• Streamlined and automated revenue recognition processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, achieving harmonization, and standardization across processes.
• Served as the primary contact for SOX compliance and due diligence requirements.
• Reconciled all bank statements monthly, resolving outstanding checks, and reconciling items.
• Implemented a journal automation tool, saving approximately 800 hours in R2R processing. Introduced a recurring journal framework, improving efficiency and reporting timelines. Analyzed the P&L and Balance Sheet for posting errors, accruals, and correct accounting application.
• Lead SLA/KPI governance, ensuring service delivery excellence.
• Maintained proactive communication with the Senior Manager on key activities and issues.
• Deliver BER metrics reporting, including validation, analysis, and leadership commentary.
• Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
• Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
• Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Consultant-Manager - ATMC Singapore Pte. Ltd - Delhi, India

(2018-04 - 2019-08)

• Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and increased team productivity.
• Implemented innovative business strategies to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Managed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and achieving successful project outcomes.
• Prepared financial and risk management reports based on corporate financial statements.
• Conducted financial health and leverage analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Managed audit planning, financial documentation, and director responsibility statements.
• Reviewed accounting processes and implemented control improvements.
• Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
• Introduced new systems of organization to streamline company changes.
• Provided regular updates on project progress ensuring transparency between clients, stakeholders, and internal team members throughout engagements.

Senior Accounts Associate - Metlife - Noida, India

(2016-12 - 2018-03)

• Managed multiple high-priority accounts simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and timely follow-up.
• Managed fund reconciliations between Investran and financial statements.
• Produced month-end and quarter-end financial reporting for U.S. stakeholders.
• Optimized reporting processes to provide clear insights into account performance metrics for both internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
• Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.

CMA - Cost & Management Accounting - The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (2019-02)

MIPA (Australia) & AFA (UK) - Accounting and Finance - IPA (Institute of Public Accountants) (2018-12)

ACSI - Securities & Investment - CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment), UK (2017-07)

M.Com - Business Policy & Corporate Governance (BPCG) - Indira Gandhi National Open University (2017-06)

CS - Governance, Law & Compliance - Institute of Company Secretaries of India (2015-12)

CA Inter - Accounting And Finance - Institute of Chartered Accountants, India (2011-11)

B. Com (Hons) - Accounting and Finance - Vinoba Bhave University, Hazaribagh (2009-05)