General Manager Accounts And Finance

Job Description

Title - General Manager / Senior General Manager Accounts & Finance Company: Tropical Agrosystem (India) Pvt. Ltd. Location: Head Office, Chennai Reports to: Group Chief Financial Officer Job Purpose: Tropical Agrosystem (India) Pvt. Ltd. has been shaping Indias agricultural landscape since 1969, delivering innovative crop protection and plant nutrition solutions. A leader in the agri-input space, it is one of India’s fastest-growing companies with a Rs. 1,415 crore turnover. Ranked 5th nationwide and 2nd among homegrown agri brands by consolidated turnover, the company offers 300+ advanced solutions—from seed treatment to post-harvest care—supported by 7 manufacturing facilities and 3 R&D hubs. With a strong network of 20,000+ distributors, 4,000 field assistants, and 1,100 employees, Tropical Agro impacts over 8 crore farmers. Rooted in sustainability and innovation, the company is committed to enhancing farm productivity, ensuring farmer prosperity, and driving India’s vision of becoming the “Food Basket of the World. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Accounting & Financial Leadership: Lead the entire Accounts function and supervise day-to-day accounting operations. Lead the finance function across pan-India operations, supporting business strategy through financial planning and insights. Drive cost optimization, working capital management, and profitability improvements. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with statutory and internal standards. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and reviews with key stakeholders. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management: Ensure robust AP/AR processes and controls are in place. Monitor receivables closely and ensure strong credit control mechanisms. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and develop rolling forecasts. Monitor budget variances and suggest corrective actions. Cost Accounting & Inventory Management: Establish strong cost control measures and oversee product costing mechanisms. Work closely with operations and supply chain to manage inventory accounting. Taxation & Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all direct and indirect taxation laws. Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and legal advisors to ensure regulatory compliance. Auditing & Internal Controls: Manage internal and statutory audits. Strengthen internal controls and risk management processes. Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow planning, fund management, and banking relationships. Optimize treasury operations to ensure liquidity and financial stability. Legal & Statutory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all corporate, financial, and labor law compliances. Manage legal issues in coordination with internal and external legal counsel. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualifications : Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory Experience : Minimum 20+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably in a manufacturing setup with pan-India operations. Leadership : Must have held a senior leadership role as the functional head of Accounts & finance. Industry Knowledge : Strong exposure to working in a multi-location manufacturing and sales environment. Skills : Strategic financial planning and business partnering. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management. SAP Exposure - Mandatory How to Apply: Interested candidates can send their resumes to pradeep.noelraj@tropicalagro.com with the subject line “Application for General Manager- Accounts & Finance”.