Senior Finance & Accounts Manager

Role & responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including consolidation and MIS reporting.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting systems.

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure full compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, Companies Act, and other statutory obligations.
• Oversee direct and indirect tax matters, including filings, assessments, reconciliations, and planning.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, consultants, and authorities as required.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Lead internal and external audit processes, ensuring adherence to audit timelines and requirements.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial governance, and adherence to corporate SOPs.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through robust control frameworks.

Costing & Budgeting

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee product costing, inventory accounting, COGS analysis, and variance reporting.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency within the FMCG supply chain.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounts team to ensure high performance and functional excellence.
• Foster collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams including operations, supply chain, sales, and procurement.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting;

  CA/CMA/Inter CA preferred

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• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience

  in finance, accounting, and taxation, preferably within the

  FMCG or manufacturing sector

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• Strong technical knowledge in

  financial reporting, statutory compliance, costing, budgeting, taxation, and audit

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• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Core Competencies

• Financial and analytical acumen
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Leadership and team development
• Risk management and internal controls
• Accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail
• Strong adherence to deadlines and organizational priorities

Job Type: Full-time