SME Consolidation at Nielsen

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Market Research, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep technical expertise in global consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and foreign currency translation
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end RTR processes, including their interlinkages with FP&A, Tax, and Controllership
  • Hands-on proficiency in OneStream, Hyperion, or equivalent EPM systems; good knowledge of SAP data structures and ledger logic (0L/1L)
  • In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, particularly consolidation accounting, equity method, and non-controlling interests
  • Proven experience in managing financial close governance, reconciliation frameworks, and control compliance
  • Ability to interpret and communicate complex accounting and system issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders
  • Process Excellence Mindset: Passion for continuous improvement, simplification, and first-time-right delivery
  • Analytical Rigor: Ability to deep-dive into data, identify anomalies, and provide actionable insights
  • Influence Without Authority (inferred from truncated description)

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidations for NIQ entities in OneStream, ensuring accuracy and adherence to close timelines
  • Validate consolidation entries, intercompany eliminations, and FX translation adjustments to ensure first-time-right financial results
  • Partner with Corporate Accounting and Controllership to finalise management and statutory consolidation packs and ensure alignment of group reporting
  • Support the GPO in monitoring Close Cockpit milestones and escalation management during close cycles
  • Maintain and update process documentation, SOPs, and L4 process maps for the consolidation process
  • Ensure consistency in consolidation methodologies, data mapping, and chart-of-accounts alignment across legal entities
  • Support GPO in embedding internal controls (SOX) and ensuring full audit readiness across regions
  • Perform process quality reviews and recommend corrective actions for control and reconciliation gaps
  • Act as OneStream system SME, supporting configuration changes, system testing, and enhancement requests
  • Partner with Enablement and IT to deliver automation and analytics initiatives (RPA, Power BI dashboards, consolidation exception reporting)
  • Develop and maintain standardised consolidation templates, mapping tables, and validation scripts
  • Liaise with regional controllers, service delivery leads, and corporate accounting teams to ensure smooth consolidation execution and issue resolution
  • Provide technical accounting and system support for mergers, acquisitions, and entity restructures
  • Collaborate with FP&A and Corporate Reporting teams to provide insights into consolidated P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow results
  • Drive root-cause analysis of consolidation issues and lead remediation actions
  • Support GPO in developing and delivering training modules for RTR teams on consolidation best practices
  • Contribute to process transformation projects aimed at shortening the close cycle and improving data accuracy

Skills

OneStream
Financial Consolidation
Intercompany Eliminations
FX Translation
SOX Compliance
Process Automation
Close Cockpit
R2R Transformation
SOP Documentation
Internal Controls
Audit Readiness

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
$45.1MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.
Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.
Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.
The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.
Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.
Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.
Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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