Company Description
“At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”
Job Description
The Head of Accounting and Finance will be a strategic partner in driving the company’s financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting business growth. This role requires a leader with strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of Indian financial regulations, and the ability to navigate the complexities of the software/IT industry.
- Proven 5+ work experience as a Finance lead or similar leadership role.
- Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
- Oversee end-to-end accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Indian GAAP and US GAAP
- Proficiency in accounting software SAP/Oracle or similar ERP
- Advanced knowledge of Direct Tax and Transfer Price
- Advanced knowledge of Indirect Tax (GST and RCM)
- Working knowledge of Customs and STPI
- Solid analytical and decision-making skills
- Experience in managing entity-level compliance in the required geography
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with global teams, demonstrating strong cultural sensitivity and adaptability in diverse work environments
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Stakeholder management and liaise with regulatory authorities
Qualifications
Education : Chartered accountant (CA)
Additional Information
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
