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About Us
We are a leading player in the Tea and IT Industry in US and UK with a legacy of excellence spanning decades; our India HQ, based in Kolkata has a team of 75 people and provides support services to all the companies in the group by taking care of the whole IT, accounting, banking, supply chain, audit and treasury functions of the group. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity and transparency.
Who
Manager- General Ledger
Key Responsibilities:
General Ledger Management:
- Maintain and update the
General Ledger (GL)
with accuracy and timeliness. - Ensure proper
GL postings
for various transactions, including AP, AR, Inventory, and other accounting entries
. - Maintain
GL security
and ensure compliance with internal controls. - Work with
Profit Centre, Cost Centre, and Chart of Accounts
to ensure correct allocation and reporting.
Month-End and Year-End Closure:
- Execute
month-end and year-end closing activities
, ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Manage
accruals and provisions
for various expenses and revenues. - Post
depreciation entries
(auto-posted or manual, as required). - Oversee
capitalisation of Capex items
in line with company policies and accounting standards.
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and review
Trial Balance
, GL reports
, and sub-ledger reports
(Creditors, Debtors, Inventory Ledger). - Ensure proper reconciliation between
GL and sub-ledgers
. - Generate
monthly P&L statements
and assist in analysing overheads and manufacturing costs (consumption and allocation). - Support management with financial data for decision-making and reporting purposes.
Reconciliations and Review:
- Perform regular
GL reconciliations
to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy. - Review and approve entries related to
consumption, allocations, and other financial transactions
. - Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audit cycles.
Compliance and Process Improvement:
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards, statutory compliance, and company policies.
- Suggest improvements in GL processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Support ERP-related initiatives and system improvements.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
B.Com graduate / Professional qualification (CA, CMA, or equivalent preferred).Experience:
12-15 years of hands-on experience in General Ledger management
within an ERP environment.Communication :
Excellent communication skills with strong proficiency in written and spoken EnglishFlexibility :
Given that the position will support US/UK processes, the ability to work flexibly across UK and US time zones is a prerequisite. Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Expertise in
Chart of Accounts
, Profit Centre
, and Cost Centre
management. - Proficiency in MS Excel and financial reporting tools.
Knowledge Areas:
- GL postings for AP/AR/Inventory.
- P&L accounting, overheads, and manufacturing cost allocations.
- Accruals and provisions for month-end/year-end closures.
- Trial balance preparation and review.
- Capitalisation of Capex.
- Sub-ledger reconciliation for creditors, debtors, and inventory.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Accuracy and timeliness of GL postings and reports.
- Smooth execution of month-end and year-end closures.
- Timely reconciliation of GL and sub-ledgers.
- Reduction in financial discrepancies and audit findings.
- Compliance with accounting policies and statutory requirements.
