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The role executes key finance processes relating to expenditure and supports the timely delivery of internal and external reporting requirements through accurate financial analysis, reporting and process execution.\nThe role applies professional judgement to solve variable and evolving reporting, accounting and data-related issues, while partnering with finance and business stakeholders to improve reporting quality, process effectiveness and operational outcomes. The role contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and supports the adoption of digital and data-driven ways of working across finance activities.\nWhat you will be doing\nDeliver reporting and accounting activities: Execute reporting, accounting and analytical processes accurately and on time in accordance with established standards, governance requirements and service expectations.\n\nPerform financial analysis and reporting: Analyse financial information, identify trends, investigate variances and provide insights that support business and finance decision-making.\n\nManage tactical projects and initiatives: Lead or contribute to reporting, information management and data-related projects that improve finance delivery and business outcomes.\n\nSupport financial stewardship and controls: Ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial controls, reporting requirements and governance frameworks.\n\nResolve reporting and data issues: Investigate and address reporting, accounting and data-related challenges, applying sound judgement and root-cause analysis techniques.\n\nPartner with stakeholders: Build effective working relationships with finance colleagues, business stakeholders and process owners to support reporting and accounting objectives.\n\nContribute to process improvement: Identify opportunities for standardisation, simplification and continuous improvement across reporting and accounting activities.\n\nLeverage digital and analytical tools: Utilise reporting systems, analytics platforms and automation solutions to improve efficiency, reporting quality and insights generation.\n\nMaintain data quality and integrity: Ensure financial data is accurate, complete and reliable to support reporting, accounting and performance management activities.\n\nSupport change implementation: Contribute to the adoption of new processes, technologies and ways of working within reporting and accounting operations.\n\nWhat you bring\nThe ideal candidate is a knowledgeable finance professional who combines strong reporting and accounting fundamentals with analytical capability, attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset. They are comfortable working independently within established frameworks, solving complex operational issues and collaborating with stakeholders to improve finance outcomes. They embrace digital and data-driven ways of working and are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable and insight-driven finance support.\nExperience in financial reporting, accounting, finance operations, controllership or related finance disciplines.\n\nPractical experience performing financial analysis, reporting activities or accounting processes.\n\nUnderstanding of financial statements, accounting principles, reporting frameworks and internal controls.\n\nExperience working with financial systems, reporting tools, ERP platforms or analytics solutions.\n\nExperience participating in process improvement, automation or transformation initiatives is advantageous.\n\nProfessional accounting qualification, finance qualification or relevant finance, accounting or business degree preferred.\n\nFinancial reporting and accounting knowledge: Understanding of accounting principles, reporting processes, financial controls and governance requirements.\n\nFinancial analysis capability: Ability to analyse financial information, identify trends and develop meaningful insights and recommendations.\n\nProblem solving and judgement: Ability to evaluate information, investigate issues and develop practical solutions to reporting and accounting challenges.\n\nData management and analytical skills: Ability to work with financial data, reporting tools and information systems to support finance delivery.\n\nProcess management: Understanding of end-to-end finance processes and the ability to execute activities accurately and efficiently.\n\nDigital and technology awareness: Familiarity with reporting technologies, analytics tools, automation solutions and digital finance capabilities.\n\nStakeholder engagement: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across functions and locations.\n\nCommunication skills: Ability to communicate financial information clearly and tailor messages to different audiences.\n\nContinuous improvement mindset: Ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of finance processes.\n\nAdaptability and learning agility: Ability to work in evolving environments and adopt new technologies, tools and ways of working.\n\nDemonstrate ownership and accountability for delivery quality and operational excellence.\n\nBuild trusted working relationships with stakeholders through professionalism and collaboration.\n\nApply sound judgement in resolving reporting and accounting issues.\n\nSeek opportunities to improve processes, controls and service performance.\n\nDemonstrate curiosity and continuous learning, particularly in digital, data and analytics capabilities.\n\nContribute positively to team effectiveness, knowledge sharing and collaboration.\n\nUphold high standards of integrity, governance and financial stewardship.\n\nWhat we offer\nYou bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.\nProgress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.\n\nContinuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.\n\nWork at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.\n\nCollaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.\n\nAchieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.\n\nJoin an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.\n\nGrow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and\n\ninternational teams.\n\nGain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.\n\nAn Inclusive & Progressive Place to Work\nTo power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment - one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.\n\nWe’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.\n\nWe’re closing the gender gap - whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.\n\nWe’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.\n\nShell in India\nShell is a diversified energy company in India with 13,000 employees, and presence in Integrated Gas, Downstream, Power, Renewable and Upstream. Additionally, we have deep capabilities in R&D, digitalisation, and business operations.\nOur global strategy, Powering Progress, is designed to generate value for our shareholders, customers, and the wider society, and focuses on creating more value with less emissions. The strategy supports our purpose of providing more and cleaner energy solutions, with the aim of profitably transforming Shell into a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. As India moves towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2070, Shell India aims to play a leading role in securing vital energy for today, while investing in, and helping to build, the energy system of the future through strategic investments in the country.\nOur Lubricants business serves over 50,000 consumers through a strong network of over 200 distributors, and operates an end-to-end value chain that spans conceptualization, development, and production at a world-class blending plant at Taloja. Through our 350-plus retail stations, we offer an integrated mobility experience including fuels, cafes, and convenience stores, with a prominent network of EV recharging facilities.\nShell owns and operates a LNG re-gasification terminal at Hazira, Surat, with a capacity of 5 MTPA and a LNG truck-loading unit that plays a crucial role in helping meet India’s growing demand for gas across sectors. In 2022, Shell acquired Sprng Energy in a $1.55 billion deal to build an integrated energy transition business in the country. Sprng is a leading renewable energy company in India which develops and manages solar, wind, and hybrid power generation facilities and infrastructure.\nOur three capability centres across Bangalore and Chennai serve as a technology and innovation powerhouse for Shell globally, working as a delivery engine for core technical, digital, and finance processes: pioneering digital innovation and cutting-edge technologies across the energy sector. We also have strong academic partnerships and collaborations with leading universities and technology institutes to accelerate decarbonization efforts within the energy sector.\nWe are committed to positively contributing to the communities in which we operate through programmes on STEM Education, Skilling, and Livelihood across India. We nurture and invest in startups developing initiatives focused on accelerating energy innovation through programs such as Shell E4 and Shell Eco-marathon. We also have strategic investments in new energy companies such as Husk Power, d.light, Orb Energy, and Cleantech Solar.\n-\n DISCLAIMER:\nPlease note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. 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