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Business Finance & Management Reporting: /n /n

- 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.

/n /n 2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning /n /n

- 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.

/n /n 3. Accounting & Financial Control /n /n

- 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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Accounts Payable

Management /n /n

- 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 solid supplier relationships.

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- Strengthen payment controls and ensure appropriate documentation and approvals.

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Working Capital

Management /n /n

- 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.

/n /n 6. Audit, Compliance & Governance /n /n

- 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.

/n /n /n Qualifications & Experience /n /n

- 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.

/n /n /n Key Skills & Competencies /n /n

- Financial Reporting & MIS

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- Budgeting

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📌 Assistant Manager Business Finance (Africa Region) (Sabarmati River)
🏢 Intas Pharmaceuticals
📍 Sabarmati River