Finance & Accounting Manager

JOB SUMMARYThe Finance & Accounting Manager will be responsible for the full spectrum of accounting activities but not limited to financial close, financial reporting, revenue recognition, tax declaration, annual budget, reimbursement, and support other operational aspect of general accounting for the company.The Finance & Accounting Manager works closely with Director of Finance, global financial team, local sales team, customer service, warehouse, and other functions. This role is responsible for account reconciliations, monthly variance analysis, gap resolution, financial close, report generation and operations related management reporting.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSResponsible for the daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll accounting, Fixed asset accounting.Responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including the preparation of financial report, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, reserve calculations and intercompany transactionsMaintaining both local and US GAAP books.Ensure all transactions are in full compliance of Corporate SOX controls, internal control, and policies.Assist with the preparation, review, and timely payment of monthly payroll and statutory contributions.Actively involved in generating inventory ageing report, inventory physical count and reconciliation.Oversee credit collections process, including follow up with customers for past due invoices.Review expense claim submitted to ensure compliance with policies and create reimbursement report.Review revenue transactions and document revenue testing per US GAAP reporting.Timely and accurately recording and paying account payablesManage cash flow projections to ensure sufficient funds for payments.Respond to internal and statutory audits.Ensure timely preparation of all the local statutory filing and reporting.Participate in the preparation of the yearly budget and quarterly forecast updates.Responsible for the timely tax filing, correspondence with tax authorities and tax payment in accordance with local tax legislation. (GST, TDS, PT, PF)Perform ad-hoc accounting analysis, reports, and projects, as requested.Involve or lead projects and assignments as part of the professional development opportunity.QUALIFICATIONSEducation, Training & ExperienceBachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance. Minimum 8 years of full set of accounting experience in multi-national organizations.Licensure & CertificationChartered Accountant- Intermediate preferable Other equivalent Accounting or Financial related certificationsKnowledge, Skill, and AbilityHighly detail oriented and organized in workSelf-starter with ability to manage work autonomouslyAbility to multitask and meet assigned deadlinesHands-on experience and working knowledge of ERP systems especially SAP, Oracle etcProficiency/working knowledge with key financial modules such as General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Fixed Assets, and Cash Management.Any ERP Implementation experience is plusPrior experience in audit coordination and financial reporting.Understanding of US GAAP and SOX internal controls, experience with audits would be a plus.Proficient in advanced Excel functions and MS Office.Skilled in root cause analysis and corrective action activitiesAbility to work effectively on multiple projects with competing priorities. Strong collaborator with the ability to work well within the department and cross-functionally. Comfortable in a global, fast-paced, always-on, highly matrixed environment. Strong analytical and forecasting skills.Professional, high motivation to succeed, focused and resourceful in problem solving.Must be willing and able to work flexible hours to communicate with global functions.Must be proficient in English in listening, reading, writing, and speakingFlexible for occasional business travel when needed.