Assistant Manager

• The role is part of the finance centre of excellence and will support in any one or more areas of finance including financial planning & analysis, reporting & compliance, taxation, and treasury. The role will support implementation of policies, standards & processes in the respective areas. This is an operational role, responsible for delivering results that have direct impact on the achievement of results within the assigned account and business.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused A2R accounting professional to become a key member of our finance team. The successful candidate will handle the management of the companys fixed assets, ensure adherence to various GAAP standards, execute timely monthly closings, and prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports. This position demands expertise in SAP Hana, advanced Excel capabilities, and a strong inclination towards automation and cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fixed Assets Management:
• Maintain the fixed assets register, ensuring all acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation entries are accurately recorded.
• Conduct regular physical verification of assets and reconcile with the fixed asset register.
• Coordinate with various departments for capital expenditure (CapEx) budgeting and tracking.
• Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with multiple GAAP standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP, local GAAP) in all fixed asset transactions and reporting.
• Prepare and present fixed assets reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements with specific focus on fixed assets.
• Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports for senior management.
• Audit and Internal Controls:
• Prepare audit schedules related to fixed assets and assist auditors in their inquiries.
• Develop and implement internal controls over the fixed assets process to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Address and resolve audit findings, ensuring no adverse comments, and implement recommendations.
• Monthly Closures:
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes related to fixed assets.
• Reconcile fixed asset sub-ledger to the general ledger and prepare necessary journal entries.
• Analyze variances and provide explanations for significant differences.
• Guidance and Evaluation:
• Provide guidance to management on the evaluation of CapEx and OpEx assessments.
• Offer insights and recommendations on financial impacts related to fixed assets and enterprise asset life cycle management.
• System and Process Improvement:
• Utilize SAP Hana for asset management, reporting, and analysis.
• Enhance fixed asset processes and workflows for efficiency and accuracy.
• Drive the application of advanced technologies and automation in fixed assets and enterprise asset life cycle management.
• Provide training and support to team members on fixed asset management best practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA, Cost Accountant) preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in fixed assets accounting in a multi-GAAP environment.
• Proficiency in SAP Hana and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, US GAAP, and local GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Go-getter attitude with a focus on ensuring deliverables are met on time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a listed company.
• Knowledge of SAP system.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with other accounting software and tools.

Desired Skill sets

• Exceptional knowledge of Advanced Excel.
• SAP exposure required.
• Familiarity with finance and statistical analysis software
• Understanding of financial and accounting principles
• Understanding across finance domains (taxation, treasury etc)