F&A - Senior Accountant

Job Description

• Manage all book-keeping functions such as ongoing journal entries in SAP, and monthly/quarterly book closings.
• Generate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP standards.
• Trade Funds, customer/distributor claims and other overhead expenses tracking and reporting.
• Manage accounts receivable and payables including ageing reports.
• Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations.
• Monitor and reporting periodic working capital and cash flows.
• Ensure compliance with standard internal controls associated with the financial reporting process.
• Assist in preparing VAT returns, TDS returns and Board meetings.
• Plan for the audit process and work with an external audit firm for the annual audit.
• Corporate Tax – Preparation of required data for Tax, accounting for deferred tax asset/liability.
• Support the annual budgeting and planning process, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data.
• Collaborate with other functions. Share best practices, identify gaps, lead change and help determine priorities.
• Assist in system enhancements and continuous process improvement efforts.
• Prepare ad hoc reports as required

Responsibilities

• Manage all book-keeping functions such as ongoing journal entries in SAP, and monthly/quarterly book closings.
• Generate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP standards.
• Trade Funds, customer/distributor claims and other overhead expenses tracking and reporting.
• Manage accounts receivable and payables including ageing reports.
• Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations.
• Monitor and reporting periodic working capital and cash flows.
• Ensure compliance with standard internal controls associated with the financial reporting process.
• Assist in preparing VAT returns, TDS returns and Board meetings.
• Plan for the audit process and work with an external audit firm for the annual audit.
• Corporate Tax – Preparation of required data for Tax, accounting for deferred tax asset/liability.
• Support the annual budgeting and planning process, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data.
• Collaborate with other functions. Share best practices, identify gaps, lead change and help determine priorities.
• Assist in system enhancements and continuous process improvement efforts.
• Prepare ad hoc reports as required

Qualifications

• CA MANDATORY plus CS will be Preferred.
• At least +5 years of relevant experience in audit, reporting or finance controller role, preferably accounting experience with FMCG, Big 4 experience a plus.
• Ability to lead, influence and drive priorities at the senior level as well as build relationships and collaborate across all levels/functions of the Company.
• Strong understanding of accounting and compliance requirements including in-depth and current knowledge of IND/UAE & US GAAP, revenue reporting and recognition.
• Experience with SAP must, PowerBI and Hyperion/Oracle desirable.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Drives ownership in delivering results and a culture which fosters accountability.
• Sense of urgency and adhere to deadlines.

About Us
Duracell is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell's products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a "can do" attitude is highly valued.