Reports To: Finance Manager / Head of Finance Experience: 4–6 years Employment Type: Full-Time Location : Makali Max CTC Offered: Max Up To 8 LPA Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sr.Associate / Assistant Manager – Finance to join our dynamic e-commerce business. This role will oversee critical finance functions, including accounting, compliance, reconciliations, payroll coordination, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of both core finance operations and e-commerce-specific financial practices. Key Responsibilities: Accounting & Bookkeeping Ensure accurate booking of provisions and marketing expenses related to e-commerce. Perform credit card, term loan, and other interest entries with reconciliation. Validate and post all cash and bank entries, including advance adjustments and AR bookings. Conduct monthly reconciliation of sundry debtors and creditors. Sales & Purchase Review and confirm sales entries; maintain and analyze the Sales Register. Conduct Sales vs E-Way Bill vs E-Invoice reconciliation. Validate and confirm purchase entries; maintain the Purchase Register. Match purchase extract with ledgers and rectify discrepancies. Reconcile purchases with GSTR-2B and update books accordingly. Payroll & Statutory Compliance Support attendance verification and salary statement preparation. Verify TDS entries, prepare summary vs challan paid, and assist with timely payment. Compute and prepare PF, ESI, PT filings and coordinate for payment processing. Assist with statutory audits and compliance documentation. Reconciliations & Reporting Perform monthly bank reconciliations. Track and resolve POD vs GRN mismatches and raise credit notes as required. Reconcile stock statements and maintain timely reports. Generate and review weekly outstanding reports for AR.\ Follow up on AR collections and outstanding dues. GST & Compliance Validate Tally GSTR reports and ensure compliance. Assist in rectification of mismatches across GSTR reports and books of accounts. Ensure readiness for audits and maintain all supporting documentation. Documentation, MIS & Support Handle import payment documentation and bank-related formalities. Draft and submit request letters and support documents for banks and statutory authorities. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for audit and compliance needs. Preparation of Monthly MIS Reports covering all financial data to support strategic decision-making, performance tracking, and regulatory compliance. Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commerce/Finance/Accounting. 4–6 years of relevant experience in finance roles, preferably in an e-commerce or FMCG company. Strong knowledge of Tally ERP, GST, TDS, and payroll processes. Hands-on experience with reconciliations, financial reporting, and statutory compliance. Proficient in MS Excel and comfortable working with large data sets. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of GSTR-2B reconciliation and e-invoicing practices. Exposure to ERP systems and advanced Excel tools (VLOOKUP, Pivot, etc.). Good communication skills and experience in cross-functional coordination. Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
Company Description Popular Foods Co, founded in 2016 by Asgar Ali and Mohammed Ashfak, is an extension of the Halt Co legacy, a family business with over 100 years of history. Specializing in manufacturing premium food products such as rice, dry fruits, whole spices, flours, seeds, berries, and healthy snacks, we prioritize taste and nutrition in all our offerings. Our commitment to excellence, backed by the HALT Group, ensures we uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity. At Popular Foods Co, we continuously strive to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional value to our customers. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Finance Manager located in Nelamangala. Role Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sr.Associate/Assistant Manager – Finance to join our dynamic e-commerce business. This role will oversee critical finance functions, including accounting, compliance, reconciliations, payroll coordination, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of both core finance operations and e-commerce-specific financial practices. Key Responsibilities: Accounting & Bookkeeping Ensure accurate booking of provisions and marketing expenses related to e-commerce. Perform credit card, term loan, and other interest entries with reconciliation. Validate and post all cash and bank entries, including advance adjustments and AR bookings. Conduct monthly reconciliation of sundry debtors and creditors. Sales & Purchase Review and confirm sales entries; maintain and analyze the Sales Register. Conduct Sales vs E-Way Bill vs E-Invoice reconciliation. Validate and confirm purchase entries; maintain the Purchase Register. Match purchase extract with ledgers and rectify discrepancies. Reconcile purchases with GSTR-2B and update books accordingly. Payroll & Statutory Compliance Support attendance verification and salary statement preparation. Verify TDS entries, prepare summary vs challan paid, and assist with timely payment. Compute and prepare PF, ESI, PT filings and coordinate for payment processing. Assist with statutory audits and compliance documentation. Reconciliations & Reporting Perform monthly bank reconciliations. Track and resolve POD vs GRN mismatches and raise credit notes as required. Reconcile stock statements and maintain timely reports. Generate and review weekly outstanding reports for AR. Follow up on AR collections and outstanding dues. GST & Compliance Validate Tally GSTR reports and ensure compliance. Assist in rectification of mismatches across GSTR reports and books of accounts. Ensure readiness for audits and maintain all supporting documentation. Documentation, MIS & Support Handle import payment documentation and bank-related formalities. Draft and submit request letters and support documents for banks and statutory authorities. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for audit and compliance needs. Preparation of Monthly MIS Reports covering all financial data to support strategic decision-making, performance tracking, and regulatory compliance. Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commerce/Finance/Accounting. 4–6 years of relevant experience in finance roles, preferably in an e-commerce or FMCG company. Strong knowledge of Tally ERP, GST, TDS, and payroll processes. Hands-on experience with reconciliations, financial reporting, and statutory compliance. Proficient in MS Excel and comfortable working with large data sets. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of GSTR-2B reconciliation and e-invoicing practices. Exposure to ERP systems and advanced Excel tools (VLOOKUP, Pivot, etc.). Good communication skills and experience in cross-functional coordination. Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
Who We Are and What We Do Join the dynamic team at Popular Essentials Inc. and be part of an extraordinary journey to reach a billion Indians! Our mission is simple yet fabulous: to serve consumers with nothing but the very best in staples of the highest quality. Led by founders Asgar Ali and Mohammed Ashfak, and backed by the HALT Group—whose rich legacy spans over 100 years—we strive to stay true to the brand's ethos and, more importantly, to live up to the trust with which you’ve made us a part of your lives all these years. Our range of products is sold under the Popular House of Brands. We’ve received immense customer love across the length and breadth of India and are available across multiple channels, including our native website, Amazon, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto, Jumbotail, Big Basket, MilkBasket, and more. Job Description: Assistant Manager – Key Accounts Location: Bangalore Department: Online Sales & Operations Reports To: Director – Revenue CTC: Up to ₹10 Lakhs Work Days: Monday to Saturday About the Role As the Assistant Manager – Key Accounts at Popular Foods , you will play a pivotal role in driving and executing our online sales strategy and expanding our digital footprint. Your primary objective will be to optimize our presence across e-commerce platforms (marketplace, e-grocery, quick commerce) and maximize sales revenue. We are seeking highly analytical and proactive individuals to serve as the central point of coordination across marketing, demand planning, fulfillment, and platform teams. This role acts as the nerve center for ensuring real-time visibility, resolving issues, and maintaining service level adherence across strategic accounts. You will work cross-functionally with planning, warehousing, and last-mile teams to deliver a seamless experience to key customers while using data and insights to preemptively solve problems and improve SLAs. Revenue & Sales Responsibilities On Platforms Assigned: Ensure NPI listing, listing hygiene, variant-level availability, dark store availability, off-take of listed products, and scale-up. Internal: Ensure primary target achievements, PO receipt, and billing of PO before expiry. Account Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders on partner platforms to drive business growth and unlock new opportunities. Quick Commerce / E-Grocery Operations Monitor and manage real-time order flow across systems and geographies Flag and resolve bottlenecks across dispatch, transit, delivery, and reverse logistics Coordinate with internal teams (warehousing, last-mile) to ensure a seamless first-mile experience Drive high Fill Rate and OTIF metrics across platforms Liaise with category and warehouse teams to ensure smooth planning and execution Monitor platform inventory, ensure timely PO acceptance and dispatches Preempt stockouts and coordinate replenishments via internal teams and dispatch hubs Handle urgent escalations such as GRN delays, expiry issues, or PO rejections Maintain platform-wise trackers (Fill Rate, GRN TAT, On-Shelf Availability) Conduct weekly syncs with platform supply chain teams and internal warehouse teams Analyze root causes and strengthen SOP adherence and process integrity Drive weekly huddles with supply chain, finance, and category teams Track TATs across ASN, GRN, and rejections with timely root cause resolutions Marketplace Operations Monitor live order flow via marketplace tools Ensure pick-pack-ship timelines are met; escalate any delays Set up dashboards to track orders, cancellations, SLA violations, and RTOs Trigger alerts for delayed handovers or warehouse constraints Manage return reconciliations, dispute resolution, and claims filing Own platform health metrics: late dispatch %, RTO %, cancellation %, and seller score Key Competencies Ownership mindset with the ability to work autonomously Highly organized with strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving Excellent verbal and written communication skills Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and handling high-pressure situations Logical reasoning and data interpretation skills Prior experience in e-commerce, Q-commerce, or marketplace operations is a strong plus Qualifications & Experience 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, control tower, operations, sales, or e-commerce Prior exposure to Quick Commerce, FMCG, or Retail is a strong advantage Strong skills in Excel, Google Sheets, and dashboards (knowledge of Tableau, Looker, or Power BI is a plus) Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments Engineering or Business graduate; MBA is a plus (Tier 2 and 3 Colleges) Additional Information This role offers significant career growth in the evolving e-commerce ecosystem You’ll be part of a high-performance team shaping the future of Popular Foods’ digital presence The role demands initiative, creativity, and a hunger to solve real-world challenges We’re a start-up environment—everyone wears multiple hats, and we love problem solvers who hustle