1. Business Finance & Management Reporting:

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- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of MIS, financial statements, and management reports.
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- Conduct detailed financial analysis and periodic business reviews to identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement initiatives.
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- Provide actionable insights to management for strategic decision-making.
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- Monitor key business KPIs and support achievement of regional financial objectives.
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- Partner with commercial and operational teams to drive profitability and business growth.
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n2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

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- Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting exercises for the Africa region.
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- Develop long-term financial plans aligned with business strategy and growth objectives.
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- Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
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- Support scenario planning and financial modeling to assess business opportunities and risks.
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- Ensure robust financial planning processes and governance.
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n3. Accounting & Financial Control

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- Support country finance teams in day-to-day finance operations, including sales accounting, inventory accounting, vendor management, and SAP transactions.
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- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
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- Review accounting entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
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- Maintain overall account hygiene and strengthen financial controls within SAP.
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- Drive process improvements and standardization across countries.
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n4.

Accounts Payable

Management

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- Review and verify vendor payments across the Africa region.
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- Ensure payments are processed in accordance with approved policies, contracts, and Delegation of Authority (DoA)



requirements.
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- Monitor vendor ageing and payment cycles to maintain robust supplier relationships.
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- Strengthen payment controls and ensure appropriate documentation and approvals.
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n5. Working Capital Management

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- Review inventory levels and monitor inventory liquidation plans to optimize stock holdings.
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- Drive initiatives to minimize slow-moving and limited shelf-life (LSL) inventory.
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- Review customer receivables and ensure timely collection of outstanding balances.
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- Monitor debtor ageing and collaborate with business teams to improve collections.
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- Prepare and review cash flow forecasts and liquidity plans.
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- Manage working capital effectively to optimize cash generation and financial performance.
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n6. Audit, Compliance & Governance

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- Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, regulatory, and internal corporate requirements.
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- Coordinate and manage internal and external audits across the region.
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- Track and ensure timely closure of audit observations and corrective actions.
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- Ensure strict adherence to Delegation of Authority (DoA) and internal control frameworks.
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- Identify compliance risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
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- Support implementation of corporate governance and risk management initiatives.
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nQualifications & Experience

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- Chartered Accountant (CA)
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- 2-3 years of experience in finance, accounting, business partnering, and financial planning.
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- Experience in multinational organizations and managing regional finance operations preferred.
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- Strong knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP.
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- Experience in preparation of MIS, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and working capital management.
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nKey Skills & Competencies

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- Financial Reporting & MIS
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- Budgeting
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📌 Assistant Manager Business Finance (Africa Region) (India)
🏢 Intas Pharmaceuticals
📍 India