Manager – Statutory Reporting, BU

Location: Bengaluru

Primary Purpose of Role
Ensuring accurate and timely Monthly Closing and Group reporting, completion of Statutory Audits. Lead the Financial Controls framework and monthly accounts reconciliations and related management reporting. Drive automation in reporting tools to reduce manual interventions. Act as an SME for technical opinions on accounting matters, managing zone interactions on accounting and controls.
1 Monthly closing and reporting
Ensure smooth and timely month-end closing while partnering with the cross-function teams
Responsible for the management of the General Ledgers ensuring that the trial balance provides an accurate and timely information
Ensure oversight over the accuracy of day-to-day accounting at the Hub office and Breweries.
Account reconciliations as per the global policy and define action points and act on them within timelines
2 Group Reporting
Review the reporting schedules prepared by the BSC for monthly COGNOS submission and ensure timely reporting
Support resolution of Group queries
Keep abreast of accounting standard changes, reflection in ERP &COGNOS, and knowledge transfer to larger finance group
3 External Audit
Liaise with the external auditors and BSC team for completion of Statutory auditsfor all entities
4 Monthly Account Reconciliations
Lead the accounts reconciliation and balance sheet reviews in line with Global Policies
6. Continuous improvement/SME
Drive the process improvement on complex activities to bring simplicity & standardization in the system
Spearhead automation in reporting tools to reduce manual intervention
Partnering with business on the cost-benefit analysis on the potential/renewal arrangements
Act as an SME for technical opinions on accounting matters, managing zone interactions on accounting and control
Key Relationships
Internal
Sales
Marketing
Supply
Logistics
Procurement
Legal &Corporation Affairs
Zone and Global Management
People
External
Statutory auditors
Consultants

Knowledge, Skills& Abilities
Education level and/ or experience
Chartered Accountant
3-5 years of relevant experience in Audit, GL Management, and monthly books closure
Skills and/or knowledge
High energy
Solution-oriented and positive attitude
Exceptional customer orientation
Fast-mover, quick to adapt
Flexibility and resilience in a fast-moving environment
Integrity and professionalism