Manager -Finance And Accounts

VARUN BEVERAGES LIMITED; Gorakhpur District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

VARUN BEVERAGES LIMITED is seeking a Chartered Accountant with 6–10 years of experience in finance, preferably in FMCG, for plant accounting, budgeting, forecasting and strategic cost control. The role requires SAP experience and a strong grasp of direct and indirect taxes.

The incumbent will lead monthly close, statutory audits, and capital investment analyses while driving productivity projects and regulatory reporting. Relocation may be required to the manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• CA with 6–10 years of experience in finance, preferably in FMCG.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing finance after CA qualification.
• Working knowledge of SAP and tax regulations (direct & indirect).
• Willingness to relocate to a plant location.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly financial close activities and prepare financial statements.
• Manage plant accounting, budgeting, forecasting and standard costing.
• Oversee budget management and provide variance analysis to senior management.
• Drive productivity improvements and capital investment analysis.
• Ensure statutory and tax audits compliance and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication & interpersonal skills

Willingness to relocate

Education

CA (max 3 attempts)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Key Deliverables

Financial Analysis

• Execute monthly financial close activities, including financial statement preparation and balance sheet analysis.
• Conduct weekly forecasting of operating expenses and participate in monthly rolling estimate processes.
• Recommend and implement financial strategies to optimize the utilization of Manufacturing resources.

Plant Accounting and Financial Planning:

• Manage Plant Accounting, including Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting for the unit.
• Design, implement, and maintain Standard Costing systems.
• Ensure the establishment and adherence to financial controls within the Plant.

Budget Management:

• Manage the Plant budgeting process, encompassing forecasts, production plans, shipments, labor loads, cost reduction programs, and capital investments.
• Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets and financial reports to senior management.

Productivity Improvement:

• Identify productivity improvement opportunities and analyze/recommend productivity initiative pipeline projects.
• Play a key role in capital investment recommendations and analysis.

Statutory, Taxation, and Legal Audits:

• Responsible for Statutory, Taxation, and Legal Audits of the plant.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Interface with government officials as required for regulatory compliance and reporting.

Strategic Business Planning:

• Provide strategic direction for the business planning process.
• Ensure aligning financial goals with overall business objectives.

Role Requirements

Qualification: CA (Max 3 Attempts)

Experience

• 6-10 years of overall experience in the finance function (preferably in FMCG set up)
• Atleast 10 year with manufacturing unit (post CA)
• Experience on SAP is must.
• Knowledge on various direct & indirect taxes.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Should be open to relocate

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