Finance Manager - Financial Accounting (Mumbai)

Finance Manager - Financial Accounting (Mumbai)

06 Nov
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Godrej Industries Group
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Mumbai

06 Nov

Godrej Industries Group

Mumbai

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.
As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group, we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust, integrity and respect for others. We rank among the largest Household Insecticide and Hair Care players in emerging markets. We are the leader in serving the Hair Care needs of women of African descent, the number one player in Hair Colour in India and Sub-Saharan Africa, and among the leading players in Latin America. Innovation is a key driver of our strategy, and we are constantly looking to delight our consumers with exciting, superior quality products at affordable prices. We are seeking an experienced and technically strong finance skilled to be part of the Global Financial Reporting team for Ind AS and Financial Reporting. The role will be responsible for providing technical accounting guidance on complex business transactions, driving financial reporting excellence across the Group, supporting implementation of accounting standards, partnering with auditors and business teams, and ensuring consistent application of Ind AS across all entities. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical accounting capabilities, excellent analytical skills, and prior experience with a Big 4 firm in Audit, Accounting Advisory, or Financial Reporting.
Act as the Centre of Excellence (COE) for Ind AS and Financial Reporting matters across the Group and provide technical accounting support to businesses and finance teams.
Provide accounting guidance on complex and non-routine transactions including acquisitions, disposals, business combinations, mergers, demergers, restructurings, treasury transactions, share-based payments, and other strategic initiatives.
Draft and review technical accounting memorandums, accounting position, accounting policy documents, and other complex accounting matters.
Support preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements, disclosures, and accounting assessments in compliance with Ind AS requirements.
Evaluate the impact of new accounting standards, amendments, interpretations,



regulatory announcements, and emerging reporting requirements and drive implementation across the Group.
Review accounting conclusions prepared by finance teams and ensure consistency with Group accounting policies and Ind AS requirements.
Partner with statutory auditors, internal auditors, consultants, and regulators on technical accounting and financial reporting matters and ensure timely closure of observations.
Support accounting assessments for mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocations, impairment assessments, business combinations, and group restructuring projects.
Drive standardization of accounting policies, reporting practices, and governance frameworks across all entities and geographies.
Conduct technical accounting training sessions and knowledge-sharing programs for finance teams to strengthen Ind AS capability across the organization.
Support annual report preparation and review of financial statement disclosures to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Work closely with Corporate Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal, Secretarial, and Business teams to evaluate accounting implications of key business decisions and transactions.
Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and strengthening of financial reporting controls and governance frameworks.
Monitor emerging accounting developments and industry practices and recommend enhancements to accounting policies and reporting processes.
CA with 4 to 6 years (preferably worked with Big 4 in Accounting Advisory (not audit / assurance)
Strong technical expertise in Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), including business combinations, consolidation principles, financial instruments, revenue recognition, leases, impairment, and financial statement disclosures
Experience in preparation and review of standalone and consolidated financial statements, annual reports, and regulatory disclosures




Experience in drafting technical accounting memorandums, accounting position papers and navigating through accounting implications of strategic business initiatives (M&A; / Cash Moves / Restructuring)
Experience in a large-scale India headquartered India listed manufacturing company with

- 5,000 crores revenues (FMCG not a must)
- Prior experience in Accounting Advisory Services within a Big 4 firm
- Exposure to IFRS and global financial reporting requirements.
- Experience in handling technical accounting matters related to M&A;, business combinations, carve-outs, and group restructurings.
- Working knowledge of SEBI Listing Regulations and Companies Act financial reporting requirements.
- Experience in preparing or reviewing Annual Reports and integrated reporting disclosures.
- Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, eMerge, Blackline, or other reporting and consolidation tools.

Work Experience
6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers

- 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
- Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy
Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses
Community partnerships and advocacy
Persons with Disability (PwD) care
Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options
Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.
Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work
Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling
Digital and offline instant recognition platforms.
Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

📌 Finance Manager - Financial Accounting (Mumbai)
🏢 Godrej Industries Group
📍 Mumbai

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