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Job Description
Who Youll Work With
You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, well provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:
- Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
- A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. Youll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
- Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firms diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, youll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
You will work on multiple accounting areas, including financial statement preparation, month-end close, pensions, leases, M&A, etc.
You will co-own and drive defined workstreams within the firms financial reporting processes. Specific responsibilities may include (but are not limited to): executing defined tasks within the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness; helping in preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules in accordance with firm policies; performing variance analysis and analytical reviews to support reliable financial reporting; assisting in maintaining documentation to support internal controls and audit requirements and support in preparation of financial reporting schedules and related documentation.
You will also monitor assigned accounts and processes to identify discrepancies, risks, or process gaps, collaborate with Controllership team members and finance partners to resolve issues in a timely manner and identify and recommend process enhancements, automation opportunities, or standardization improvements within assigned areas. You will develop proficiency in firm systems, reporting tools, and accounting policies.
Your work will help firm Controllership to accomplish its core mission of financial stewardship.
You will be based in Gurgaon as part of our firm Controllership team. This team informs the financial position of the firm to internal and external stakeholders, enables strategic decision making and stewardship of resources through principled accounting policy, and protects the firm against financial risk via strong internal controls and efficient, tech-enabled processes.
Firm Controllership is responsible for preparing quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements (with associated annual external audit), owning the month-end close process, monitoring and authoring finance policies and standards, accounting for firm-level areas (e.g., pensions, leases), and calculating firm profit for Partner bonus distribution.
Your Qualifications and Skills
- Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CA) required
- 4-year degree, preferably in Finance or a related field
- 1+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably within a professional service, corporate, or Big 4 audit environment
- Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
- Understanding of financial reporting processes and internal controls
- Working knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools
- Ability to independently manage responsibilities with attention to deadlines and quality
- Sound judgment in identifying issues and escalating complex matters appropriately with strong analytical and problem-solving skills for routine accounting matters
- Collaborative mindset with clear communication across teams and functions
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to financial integrity
- Technical proficiency in financial systems, adopting AI and automation to enhance efficiency
Skills
AccountingAccounting PrinciplesAccountsFinancial StatementFinancial Statement PreparationFinancial StatementsExternal AuditGaapGeneral AccountingJournal EntriesReconciliationsReporting ToolsCaFinanceAccountantIf a job posting appears fraudulent, asks for payment, contains misleading information, or violates our guidelines, please report it immediately. Our team will review it promptly, Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants.
About Company
McKinsey & Company India Careers 2025 – Overview
McKinsey & Company, founded in 1926 by James O. McKinsey, is a New York City‑based global management consulting firm that advises leading businesses, governments, and institutions across the private, public, and social sectors.
With offices in 65+ countries and a team of ~45,000 professionals worldwide, McKinsey delivers expertise in strategy, operations, technology, digital transformation, sustainability, and AI‑driven innovation.
In India, McKinsey operates from hubs in Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai, employing ~1,150–1,200 consultants and specialists. The firm is known for its rigorous problem‑solving approach, deep industry knowledge, and ability to deliver measurable impact for clients.
Business Model
McKinsey operates as a project‑based B2B professional services firm, generating revenue through high‑value strategic and operational consulting engagements.
Its model blends:
- Top‑tier problem‑solving frameworks with deep industry expertise
- Global knowledge networks with local market insights
- Long‑term client relationships built on trust and measurable results
Strategic priorities for McKinsey India include:
- Expanding digital, analytics, and AI capabilities
- Growing sustainability and climate transition advisory
- Strengthening implementation and transformation services alongside strategy
- Investing in talent development and diversity initiatives
Recent Wins & Recognition
- Advised a leading Indian conglomerate on a multi‑billion‑dollar renewable energy transition strategy (https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/electric-power-and-natural-gas/our-insights).
- Partnered with a major Indian bank to implement AI‑driven credit risk modelling (https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/risk-and-resilience/our-insights).
- Published the India’s Turning Point 2025 report outlining pathways to $10 trillion GDP by 2035 (https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/asia-pacific/indias-turning-point).
- Recognised among Top 10 Most Prestigious Consulting Firms Globally in Vault’s 2025 rankings (https://firsthand.co/best-companies-to-work-for/consulting).
Culture & Values
McKinsey’s culture is anchored in its Obligation to Dissent, Client First mindset, and commitment to professional development.
Core values include:
- Adhere to the highest professional standards
- Improve clients’ performance significantly
- Create an unrivaled environment for exceptional people
The firm promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offers global staffing opportunities, and invests heavily in continuous learning through McKinsey Academy and leadership programs.
Client‑Facing Practices
Strategy & Corporate Finance
What it is – Core strategic advisory for CEOs and boards. India work includes:
- Corporate Strategy – Growth, portfolio, and market entry strategies.
- M&A Advisory – Deal strategy, due diligence, and integration.
- Performance Transformation – Large‑scale cost and growth programs.
Operations
What it is – End‑to‑end operational excellence. India work includes:
- Manufacturing & Supply Chain – Lean operations, procurement, logistics.
- Product Development – Innovation and time‑to‑market acceleration.
- Capital Projects & Infrastructure – Planning and execution excellence.
Digital & Analytics (McKinsey Digital)
What it is – Technology‑driven transformation. India work includes:
- Digital Strategy – Roadmaps for digital transformation.
- Advanced Analytics – AI/ML solutions for business impact.
- Cybersecurity – Risk assessment and resilience building.
Sustainability & ESG
What it is – Helping clients transition to net‑zero and sustainable operations. India work includes:
- Climate Strategy – Decarbonisation pathways.
- Circular Economy – Waste reduction and resource efficiency.
- ESG Reporting & Compliance – Framework design and assurance support.
People & Organizational Performance
What it is – Talent, leadership, and culture transformation. India work includes:
- Leadership Development – Coaching and succession planning.
- Organisational Design – Structure and governance optimisation.
- Change Management – Driving adoption of transformation initiatives.
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