5–8 years of post-qualification experience in Corporate Accounting
Industry
Manufacturing sector background, specifically with multi-plant operational exposure.
Technical Skills
Expert knowledge of Ind AS applications; proficiency in SAP and advanced MS Excel functions.
Competencies
Robust analytical precision, effective stakeholder coordination, and the ability to independently manage strict reporting timelines.
Role Objective
To manage the end-to-end financial reporting process and ensure the accurate consolidation of accounts across manufacturing units. This position is critical in safeguarding the integrity of the General Ledger, enforcing uniform accounting policies, and delivering Ind AS-compliant financial statements for both statutory compliance and management review.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Consolidation & Reporting
Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual book closure processes for the corporate entity.
Execute the consolidation of financial data across manufacturing plants
Prepare comprehensive standalone financial statements, including Balance Sheets, Profit & Loss Accounts, and Cash Flow statements.
Ind AS Compliance & Technical Accounting
Draft detailed Notes to Accounts and annual statutory disclosures in strict accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS).
Ensure accurate application and compliance for complex accounting areas.
Monitor updates to Ind AS guidelines and assess their impact on the company's financial reporting framework.
Stakeholder Management & Audit Coordination
Serve as the central corporate liaison for seven Plant Finance Controllers, ensuring strict adherence to standardized accounting policies across all locations.
Provide ongoing technical guidance and query resolution to plant-level finance teams regarding accounting treatments and policy implementation.
Manage engagements with Statutory and Internal Auditors, facilitating data requirements to ensure timely and issue-free audit completions.
Process Optimization & Governance
Maintain and govern the Corporate Chart of Accounts (COA) to ensure absolute discipline in General Ledger coding and reporting structures.
Evaluate, document, and strengthen Internal Financial Controls (IFC) within the financial reporting and consolidation workflows.
Assist senior leadership in preparing accurate financial schedules and data for Audit Committee presentations and Board notes.