Peoplesoft, Cadency, Investran, MS-Office
Harshal Agarwal
Public Accountant (MIPA), CMA, CA (Inter), AFA (UK) & Company Secretary
Gurugram,HR
Summary
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.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Manager- Revenue Recognition & General Ledger (R2R
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)
12.2019 - Current
- 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
04.2018 - 08.2019
- 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
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed multiple high-priority accounts simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and timely followup.
- 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.
Education
CMA - Cost & Management Accounting
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
04.2001 -
MIPA (Australia) & AFA (UK) - Accounting And Finance
IPA (Institute of Public Accountants)
Australia & UK 04.2001 -
ACSI - Securities & Investment
CISI (Chartered Institute For Securities And Investment)
UK 04.2001 -
M.Com - Business Policy & Corporate Governance
Indira Gandhi National Open University
04.2001 -
CS (Company Secretary) - Law & Compliance
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
04.2001 -
CA Inter - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
04.2001 -
B.Com (Hons) - Accounting And Finance
Vinoba Bhave University
Hazaribagh, India 04.2001 -
Skills
General Ledger & Revenue
Financial Planning & Analysis
Compliance
Reconciliations
BS certifications
IFRS & USGAAP
Problem-Solving
Result-Oriented
Time Management
IT: Ms-Office, Peoplesoft
Continuous improvement
Teamwork and collaboration
Regulatory compliance
Strategic planning & Decision Making
Certification
Certified Professional Forensic Accountant (CPFAcct)
Additional Information
ACHIEVEMENTS:
▪ JLL: Implemented new procedures for set up recurring journals for APAC region and save time for company. Achieve high level feedback from local finance for timely deliverables of reportings, journals & balance sheet reconciliations.
▪ MetLife: Achieve high level feedback from State side for managing “Fund Reconciliation” with 100% accuracy.
▪ Score 60%(Exemption) in “Strategic Financial Management”, “Drafting” & “Taxation” in the examination of “Company Secretary (CS)”.
AWARDS:
▪ATMC: Best employee award for the month September-2018 for better Compliance Audit, due diligence reporting & presentation on ESOS Act.
▪JLL: Stakeholder delight Award for best compliances and 100% deliverance with high accuracy.
▪CISI (UK): Achieve grade score of 21 out of 24 in integrity test conducted by Chartered Securities & Investment (CISI), UK (London)
Hobbies
Badminton, Chess, Instrumental-Piano
Affiliations
- MIPA, AFA, CMA, CS, CA Inter
Software
Languages
English
Hindi
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Manager- Revenue Recognition & General Ledger (R2R
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)
12.2019 - Current
Consultant-Manager
ATMC Singapore Pte. Ltd
04.2018 - 08.2019
Certified Professional Forensic Accountant (CPFAcct)
11-2017
Senior Accounts Associate
Metlife
12.2016 - 03.2018
Information Technology (ICSI)
03-2011
Information Technology (ICAI)
01-2007
CMA - Cost & Management Accounting
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
04.2001 -
MIPA (Australia) & AFA (UK) - Accounting And Finance
IPA (Institute of Public Accountants)
04.2001 -
ACSI - Securities & Investment
CISI (Chartered Institute For Securities And Investment)
04.2001 -
M.Com - Business Policy & Corporate Governance
Indira Gandhi National Open University
04.2001 -
CS (Company Secretary) - Law & Compliance
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
04.2001 -
CA Inter - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
04.2001 -
B.Com (Hons) - Accounting And Finance
Vinoba Bhave University
04.2001 -