Manager, Finance & Accounts

OVERVIEW
The Manager, Finance & Accounts will undertake all aspects of financial management for our operations in India, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget, and forecasts preparation, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures. This position will report to the Country Head and mentor the Junior Executive, Accounts. The Manager, Finance & Accounts will also report indirectly to the VP, Finance and work closely with other members of the Finance team in Canada. ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepares general ledger account coding and ensures accuracy of transactions.
• Maintains and manages the daily/weekly/monthly/annual accounting requirements for
  India.
• Prepares accounting and financial reports and analysis for submission to head office
  in Canada.
• Prepares cost sheets and ensures costing for products are maintained and managed
  accurately including classification of labour, materials, overhead and other relevant costs to compute unit cost of products or services
• Implements and maintains effective financial controls, including any functions and
  processes that have financial/commercial implications.
• Prepares external audit requirements and liaises with auditors.
• Maintains compliance with all taxes in India, as well as bank and secretarial
  compliance.
• Ensures all tax audits and assessments are completed and updated.
• Maintains effective and consistent communication with head office regarding
  significant financial matters.
• Performs accrual versus budgeted cost analysis.
• Designs and maintains the MIS reporting framework – daily, weekly, monthly,
  quarterly and annually.
• Prepares the annual budget for India and monitors the budget monthly.
• Makes financial arrangements with banks.
• Supports head office with the implementation of a new financial reporting system.
• Supports special projects and initiatives, as well as ad-hoc reporting analysis.
• Ensures all financial deadlines are met in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinates and prepares cash-flow reports and forecasts.

REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CA, ICWA (Intermediate can also be considered), M. Com.
• 7+ years of relevant accounting and finance experience in a managerial capacity.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with preparation of financial statements.
• Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process.
• Proficient in Accounting software such as Tally and/or other accounting packages.
• Knowledge of payroll and taxes (i.e. TDS, PF, ESI and professional taxes).
• Experience filing monthly, quarterly and/or annual returns with requisite authorities.
• Experience with accounts payable, receivable (export and foreign exchange
  accounting), bank documentation for exports and inward receipts of foreign exchange, as well as month-end closures.
• Manufacturing and project reporting experience.
• Experience working in an export-oriented company with knowledge of export
  documentation.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of GST, LUT & Refund of GST.
• Experience working with auditors; and
• Experience with SAP an asset.

QUALITIES WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong numerical proficiency, organization, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work well both independently and as a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail; and
• Excellent communication skills.

LOCATION
Chennai, Tamil Nadu in India

WHO WE ARE

Terramera is a global leader in Technology for Clean Food with a mission to increase global
yields while decreasing synthetic chemical loads, so we can grow affordable, clean food for everyone. We are committed to cultivating safe, healthy homes and environments, and developing highly effective natural products for consumers and farmers. Terramera uses technology to unlock the power in nature, so we can live healthier, make clean food affordable and feed the world.

Terramera Biosciences (India) Private Limited manufactures EPA certified organic cold pressed neem oil, focusing on the development of neem and perfecting the cold pressed extraction process. This team ensures that we have a guaranteed supply of EPA certified organic cold pressed neem oil, the active ingredient in many of Terramera’ s products.