Manager - F & A

Food Service Network; Thane; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Service Network is seeking an experienced Manager - Finance & Accounts to oversee AP, AR, tax & compliance, and general accounting operations. The role includes coordinating with Operations, Billing and Commercial teams to ensure timely accounting and issue resolution.

Ideal candidate has 10–12 years in Finance & Accounts, with strong exposure to SAP or Oracle ERP and experience in logistics or supply chain sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience in Finance & Accounts management
• Exposure to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes
• Audit & internal controls knowledge
• MIS reporting and variance analysis
• ERP systems experience (SAP or Oracle)

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Receivable: billing, collections and reconciliation.
• Oversee Accounts Payable: vendor invoices, payments and reconciliation.
• Manage financial closing: daily transactions, journal entries, GL maintenance and closing activities.
• Ensure tax and statutory compliance including GST and TDS where applicable.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports on revenue, expenses, debtors and creditors; provide variance analysis.
• Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors; prepare audit schedules and close observations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash receipts/payments; liaison with banks.
• Lead and mentor junior accounting staff; ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Job description

Role & responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager - Finance & Accounts to oversee AP, AR , tax & compliance, general accounting operations, and audit functions.

Accounts Receivable Management

• Ensure timely customer billing as per contracts and services rendered.
• Monitor collections and outstanding receivables.
• Reconcile customer accounts and follow up for realization of dues.
• Ensure there is no revenue leakage through proper billing controls.

Accounts Payable Management

• Verify vendor invoices and process payments within agreed timelines.
• Reconcile vendor accounts periodically.
• Maintain proper records of advances and outstanding payables.

Accounting & Financial Closing

• Ensure accurate accounting of daily transactions.
• Prepare monthly provisions, journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support monthly and annual financial closing activities.
• Maintain General Ledger and accounting records.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely deduction and payment of TDS.
• Support GST compliance, reconciliations and return filing.
• Maintain statutory records and provide information during assessments.

MIS & Expense Monitoring

• Prepare monthly MIS reports covering revenue, expenses, debtors and creditors.
• Monitor expenses against approved budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Assist management with financial reports and data analysis.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Coordinate with Internal and Statutory Auditors.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documents.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Maintain adequate financial controls and documentation.

Bank & Reconciliation

• Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Monitor daily receipts and payments.
• Coordinate with banks for routine banking activities.

Coordination & Team Management

• Coordinate with Operations, Billing and Commercial teams for timely accounting and issue resolution.
• Supervise junior accounting staff and ensure timely completion of assigned activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.

Location of Work - Wagle Estate , Thane (West).

Preferred candidate profile

• - Qualification - B. Com / M. Com / MBA-Finance
• - 10 to 12 years of experience in Finance & Accounts, preferably in Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing or Supply Chain industry.
• - Strong exposure to Accounts Payable, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Statutory Audit - Experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)