Assistant Finance Manager

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Finance to support operations in India, ensuring accurate accounting, timely reporting, and compliance across cross-border transactions. The role requires strong ERP proficiency and plays a key role in maintaining financial discipline and supporting business decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Oversight: Lead the daily accounting operations and ensure real-time tracking of financial transactions across various accounting platforms. Maintain financial data integrity to support business operations and informed decision-making. General Ledger Management & Financial Accuracy: Oversee the timely and accurate closure of general ledgers, ensuring adherence to global reporting timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial data with business requirements and performance goals. Accounts Reconciliation & Risk Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive reviews of customer and vendor ledgers on a weekly and monthly basis, proactively identifying and addressing discrepancies. Implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure smooth financial operations. Cash Flow Optimization & Liquidity Management: Monitor and analyze daily cash inflows and outflows to ensure robust cash flow management. Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the timely and efficient settlement of payments to vendors and financial institutions. Trade Finance Coordination & Compliance: Review and validate Trade Finance (TF) applications before submission to the bank. Ensure compliance with all trade documentation requirements, with a focus on meeting deadlines for pre/post-shipment submissions and TF settlements. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial reports, providing actionable insights to senior management. Support strategic business planning by ensuring that financial data accurately reflects business performance and growth initiatives. Audit & Compliance Support: Play a key role in facilitating interim and annual audits. Prepare financial schedules, support audit teams, and ensure timely and accurate compliance with regulatory standards. Process Improvement & Strategic Support: Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems. Support ad hoc financial projects, offering recommendations for enhancing operational efficiency, cost-saving measures, and overall financial performance Requirements Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven experience in managing financial operations, with a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and cash flow management. Hands-on expertise in using ERP systems (SAP, Tally, etc.), with advanced proficiency in Excel. Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset to drive improvements and mitigate financial risks. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence decisions and work across multiple functions. A proactive and forward-thinking individual who can take ownership of financial processes while aligning with the broader business objectives.