Finance Executive

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit & Compliance

• Ensure 100% physical verification audits for raw materials, packaging, finished goods, and fixed assets across factories, third-party locations, and distribution centers.
• Support statutory and group audits by facilitating documentation and timely closure.
• Coordinate specialized audits (Plastic, EWF, PACE, CAD) and ensure compliance with recommendations.
• Maintain adherence to R2R/MTD processes and approval protocols.

2. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and present monthly business performance updates (cost, savings, margins) to factory leadership and corporate teams.
• Submit global and external reports including production cost, technical efficiency, and variance analysis.
• Provide internal reports on production volume, factory costs, and category performance.

3. Payment & Approval Management

• Manage daily approvals for SCB payments, LC, shipping guarantees, and import duties.
• Ensure timely confirmation of LC forward rates and maturity extensions.

4. Business Partnering & Cost Management

• Track and review factory, logistics, and business waste costs; highlight variances and concerns.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including NMSCC cost constructs and capex planning.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams for agreement closures and cost negotiations.

5. Forecasting & Savings Initiatives

• Coordinate monthly cost forecasts based on S&OP and financial volumes.
• Drive savings initiatives through SRS/NPP portal updates and workshops to identify cost-reduction opportunities.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain finance or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, audits, and compliance processes.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, SAP, and financial planning tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with global reporting standards and cost optimization strategies.