Manufacturing Finance Partner

As the Manufacturing Finance Partner at Ather Energy Limited's Hosur Factory, you will be aligned with the Head of Manufacturing Finance within the Corporate Finance & Accounts team. **Roles & Responsibilities:** - Budgeting & Forecasting: You will be responsible for building robust systems and preparing the Annual Operating Plan, Reforecasts, reviewing with Management, and circulating approved Budgets. - Drive Monthly Book closures: This includes activities such as Inventory Valuation, Product costings, COGS reporting, and provisional accountings to meet financial objectives. - Preparation of Monthly Operational costs: You will focus on Conversion costs, Inbound & Outbound Logistics, and present the analysis to the management. - Tailor-made insight presentations: Prepare Variance analysis and commentary around Budget vs actual spends. - Cost reduction strategies: Conduct deep dives on operational costs and implement initiatives for cost reduction. - Participation in financial evaluations: Actively engage in swim lanes, provide recommendations on cost benefits, and evaluate Capital Budgeting proposals. - Implementation of SAP systems: Ensure adherence to the systems in the non-scooter business area. - Statutory compliance: Support in meeting business regulations by coordinating with Internal/Statutory auditors and ensuring timely closure of audits. **What we are looking for:** - Proficiency in creating business models in Excel and delivering insights through presentations. - Strong financial acumen: Understanding of financial forecasting & reporting, Cost accounting, and inventory management. - Initiative and drive: A self-starter who thrives on new challenges. - Hands-on Experience: Working in an ERP environment, knowledge of business data platforms such as SAP & JIRA would be valued. - Independent thinking and decision-making skills: Ability to solve problems effectively. - Agile framework: Capability to work in a dynamic environment. You bring to Ather Energy: - Chartered Accountant qualification with a minimum of 5 years of experience. - Additional advantage if you have worked in the Automobile industry.,