Assistant Accounts Manager

Role Overview

The Assistant Accounts Manager supports the finance manager in day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts receivable and payable, financial reporting, and compliance. They ensure accurate record-keeping, timely invoicing and payments, assist with audits, and help maintain strong internal controls to support the company’s financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Finance Manager in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support in analysing financial statements and budget variances
• Complete invoice processing, payment runs, collections and AR & AP account reconciliations.
• Monitor vendor/customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare documents and schedules for internal/external audits.
• Assist Finance Manager in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and tax regulations.
• Generate weekly stock report from SAGE and reconcile with warehouse stock report.
• Review purchase order of the client and take necessary steps to prepare invoice .
• Prepare bills, invoices, and bank deposits using SAGE ERP.
• Assist Finance manager in ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory regulations (Income Tax, TDS, GST).
• Generate MIS reports on payables and receivables for management.
• Monitor client payments and supplier settlements to maintain timely cash flow.
• Reconcile bank transactions and vendor/customer accounts regularly.
• Maintain accurate records, approve expense documentation, and support process improvements.
• Maintain strong internal control culture and assist finance managers as needed.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical mind, eye for detail and problem-solving skills
• Prioritise and perform multiple tasks in time-critical situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong stakeholder focus, ability to interface with end users and effectively support their requirements.
• Good interpersonal skills .
• Good multi-tasking skills with capability to adapt to rapidly changing environments.
• Natural ability to lead and facilitate training.
• Must have a passion for the Animal health Industry.
• Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of Indian accounting standards

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in Pharmaceuticals or Animal Health industry.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAGE.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field required.

Our Values

shared purpose

We are a Team that shares and believes in the Values of:

• Passion

  . We are passionate about our purpose and our people.

• Action

  . We value action with a clear and determined path.

• Connection

  . We create meaningful connections and invest in relationships.

• Empowerment

  . We elevate people through empowerment.