F&A - Senior Accountant

Role Overview: You will be responsible for managing all book-keeping functions including ongoing journal entries in SAP, monthly/quarterly book closings, and generating financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP standards. Additionally, you will track and report trade funds, customer/distributor claims, and other overhead expenses. You will be in charge of reconciling balance sheet accounts, monitoring and reporting periodic working capital and cash flows, and ensuring compliance with internal controls for the financial reporting process. Your role will also involve assisting in preparing VAT returns, TDS returns, and Board meetings, planning for the audit process, and collaborating with an external audit firm for the annual audit. Moreover, you will be responsible for corporate tax preparation, supporting the annual budgeting and planning process, collaborating with other functions, assisting in system enhancements, process improvement efforts, and preparing ad hoc reports as required. Key Responsibilities: - Manage all book-keeping functions such as ongoing journal entries in SAP and monthly/quarterly book closings - Generate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP standards - Track and report trade funds, customer/distributor claims, and other overhead expenses - Reconcile balance sheet accounts - Monitor and report periodic working capital and cash flows - Ensure compliance with standard internal controls associated with the financial reporting process - Assist in preparing VAT returns, TDS returns, and Board meetings - Plan for the audit process and work with an external audit firm for the annual audit - Prepare required data for tax and account for deferred tax asset/liability - Support the annual budgeting and planning process by collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data - Collaborate with other functions to share best practices, identify gaps, lead change, and help determine priorities - Assist in system enhancements and continuous process improvement efforts - Prepare ad hoc reports as required Qualifications: - Mandatory qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) with preference for Company Secretary (CS) - Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in audit, reporting, or finance controller role, preferably with accounting experience in FMCG; Big 4 experience is a plus - Ability to lead, influence, and drive priorities at the senior level and build relationships across all levels/functions of the Company - Strong understanding of accounting and compliance requirements, including in-depth knowledge of IND/UAE & US GAAP, revenue reporting, and recognition - Experience with SAP is essential; familiarity with PowerBI and desirable Hyperion/Oracle - Attention to detail and accuracy - Ownership in delivering results and fostering a culture of accountability - Sense of urgency and adherence to deadlines (Note: The additional details about the company have been omitted as they were not present in the job description.),