Job Description

Job Title: Overseas Accounting and Project Manager

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Location: Kolkata, India

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Department: Finance & Accounts – Shared Services

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Reports To: Finance Controller Overseas Processing and Trading

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Employment Type: Full-Time

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Role Overview:

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We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant to lead the overseas accounting operations within our Shared Services Center. The role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, process optimization, international reporting standards, and the ability to lead finance-related projects. The incumbent will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounting activities for multiple overseas entities in compliance with local and international financial regulations, while also driving strategic initiatives and special projects.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Oversee accounting operations for overseas entities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany, and fixed assets.
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- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and reporting.
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- Review and ensure compliance with local GAAPs and local statutory requirements of the respective overseas jurisdictions.
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- Coordinate with local finance teams, external auditors, tax consultants, and internal stakeholders for audits, tax filings, and other compliance matters.
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- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency across the shared services platform.
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- Lead and manage finance-related projects such as process transitions, ERP implementations, system enhancements, and automation initiatives.
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- Take ownership of special tasks and cross-functional initiatives delegated by senior management, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals.
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- Provide leadership in the design and rollout of internal controls, process documentation, and SOPs for overseas accounting functions.
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- Develop and monitor KPIs and SLAs for accounting service delivery.
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- Provide leadership and mentoring to junior accounting team members within the shared services.
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- Manage accounting controls and ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and company policies.
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Qualifications & Experience:

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- Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience in accounting and financial operations.
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- Proven track record in project management , including cross-functional initiatives and process improvement projects.
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- Strong understanding of international accounting principles.
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- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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- Experience working with cross-cultural teams and in a matrix reporting structure.
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Preferred Attributes:

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- Prior experience in a shared services or multinational environment , preferably in the Agri-trading, commodity sector .
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- Exposure to commodity processing and handling large greenfield or brownfield expansion.
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- Hands-on experience in leading process transitions and standardization projects.
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- Project management certifications are a plus.
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- Robust leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
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- Continuous improvement of mindset and ability to manage change.
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- Ability to work in multiple time zone alignment, if required like during audit etc
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📌 Project Manager (Kolkata)
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📍 Kolkata