Assistant Manager

Biocon Biologics; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Biocon Biologics is seeking a Financial Reporting professional to lead monthly close processes, consolidations, and regulatory reporting for multiple entities. You will collaborate with global teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data and drive improvements in reporting controls.

Ideal candidates have CA or equivalent qualifications with 1–4 years post-qualification experience in financial reporting and a strong ERP/toolset background, including advanced Excel proficiency and

Qualifications

• Qualified CA or equivalent with post-qualification experience in financial reporting and accounting.
• 1–4 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and accounting, preferably in Pharma/FMCG/Biotech.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and reporting tools; ability to build processes and teams.
• Strong grounding in IFRS or similar standards and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports for Head Office, including P&L and balance sheet.
• Handle ad-hoc financial reporting requests from Head Office.
• Execute controls and analytical reviews per internal control plans.
• Manage inter-company reconciliation and resolve Interco breaks.
• Coordinate with Regional Finance during pre-closing and resolve accounting matters.
• Support the Head of Department in leading and developing the team.

Skills

Strong accounting knowledge

Global collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

ERP systems

Job description

Financial Reporting Role

BIOCON BIOLOGICS:At Biocon Biologics, we are creating a model for the future of healthcare for all. We are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Our ambition is to impact a billion lives and we do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient centricity and disruptive thinking. We are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. We have a long-term commitment to bring high quality affordable biosimilars to patients all over the globe.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Technical Skills

• Strong accounting knowledge and familiarity with financial products.
• Lead audits, month and quarter close and lead key technical discussions
• Legal entity audit and compliances for ~35 legal entities across geographies
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ensure SEBI reporting and all compliances relating to LODR, FEMA and Companies Act
• Lead Capital market transactions for any fund raise and coordinate with bankers and lawyers

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work with global teams across APAC and Paris time zones.
• Strong numeric aptitude with rigor and analytical thinking.
• Excellent organizational skills, deadline-oriented, hardworking, and a strong team player.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualification.
• 1-4 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and accounting, preferably within the Pharma/ FMCG/Biotech sector.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and reporting tools
• Demonstrated ability to build processes and teams from the ground up.
• Strong background in accounting principles.
• Often requires a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, with advanced degrees preferred for senior role.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare monthly financial reports for Head Office, including P&L, balance sheet, off-balance-sheet items, annexures, tax schedules, and regulatory reporting.
• Handle ad-hoc financial reporting requests from Head Office.
• Execute controls and analytical reviews as outlined in the BNP Paribas Standard Accounting Control Plan.
• Manage inter-company reconciliation and resolve Interco breaks.
• Participate in Finance projects related to Head Office reporting.
• Coordinate effectively with the Regional Financial Reporting team during pre-closing activities and for resolving accounting matters.
• Work towards reducing manual reclassifications, addressing warnings or missing items, and resolving issues at the source.
• Provide timely, accurate, and complete financial data to the Reporting Team.
• Respond to queries raised by Head Office Finance, Regional Finance, and internal management.
• Support the Head of Department in leading, developing, and managing the team to ensure excellence in all departmental activities.
• Assist the HOD in ensuring smooth departmental operations, consistent service delivery, and effective motivation of team members.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

• Strong understanding of IFRS accounting standards.
• Solid knowledge of financial products.
• Proficiency with basic office tools (Lotus Notes, MS Word, Outlook).
• Advanced expertise in MS Excel.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Effective stakeholder management abilities.
• High comfort working with numbers-precision, analytical mindset, and strong interpretive capability.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Hardworking, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Curious, adaptable, and open to diverse cultures.