SME ATR

Syngenta; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Syngenta in Pune, India is looking for a finance operations expert to manage accounting responsibilities and key financial communications. Your role will include delivering finance activities per corporate policies, streamlining processes, and supporting audit requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in a multinational setting, knowledge of IFRS, and proficiency in SAP and ERP systems. Join us in fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Good understanding of accounting, IFRS and management reporting requirements.
• Proficient knowledge of handling end to end A2R activities for a large multinational.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and communicating key financials with stakeholders.
• Perform and review accounting and reporting with accuracy.
• Support and drive continuous improvements in the process.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

IFRS standards

Client service focus

Decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master/MBA or equivalent in Accounting/Finance/Commerce or Economics

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

At Syngenta Group, we're a global community of 56,000 innovators across 90 countries, united by a 250‑year legacy of agricultural excellence. As the world's most local agricultural technology partner, we create tailor‑made solutions that transform farming while protecting our planet, driven by our commitment to innovation, ethics, and integrity. Through our inclusive environment and diverse perspectives, we pioneer breakthrough solutions for farmers, society, and future generations. Join our worldwide teams of agricultural pioneers in creating a more resilient and equitable food system for all.

Job Description

Role Purpose

• Responsible for creating and communicating key financials with stakeholders.
• To perform and review accounting and reporting with accuracy and within agreed timeline.
• To support and co-ordinate audit and compliance requirement.
• To drive various process initiatives and support on projects.
• Support Continuous improvements in the process, in line with the finance operations

Accountabilities

• Deliver finance operations activities in line with Syngenta Process document (SPD), Finance Target Operating Model (TOM), other applicable corporate policies and procedures.
• Act as a Subject matter expert and point of contact for a given geographical area for A2R Core processes.
• Coordinate, support and manage issues of A2R Activities and Group Reporting teams. Collaborate effectively with other Finance Operations center teams.
• Support, share and implement best practices and knowledge.
• Support and drive continuous improvements in the process, in line with the digital strategy.
• Timely delivery of relevant management reports and /or services to ensure accurate recording of all business transactions in ERP system according to the IFRS norms for group reporting.
• Prepare, support and co-ordinate internal and external audit requirements. Drive sustainable and timely remediation of outstanding audit issues.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliation are in line with corporate reporting requirement to sustain high standard and maintain right financial exposure.
• Provide efficient support to new business model implementation and mergers/integrations, ensuring adherence to the applicable corporate frameworks.
• Builds relationships with key contacts within own network, internally and occasionally externally.
• Be the main point of contact for the entity leads and assist, support any request from him/her.
• Gain a deep and end to end understanding of the entities supported.
• Client Service Focus: This is the ability to see life from the perspective of the client to deeply understand client motivation. Applies a service mind‑set that is centered on developing, delivering and improving a service: Understanding all the components of a service, managing client expectations, challenging and engaging clients successfully.
• Judgment: Analyzes information, guidelines, and requirements from different sources to evaluate alternatives and make effective judgments. Draws accurate, useful conclusions from financial, business, and quantitative information. Makes timely and sound decisions on everyday issues and problems by applying accurate logic, appropriate knowledge, expertise, and common sense.
• Execution & Results Orientation: Manages work and work performance, holding everyone accountable to effectively and efficiently completing work responsibilities. Demonstrates initiative and a strong commitment to achieving meaningful results, meeting or exceeding goals, and acting on opportunities to create value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/MBA or equivalent qualification in Accounting/Finance/Commerce or Economics.
• Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Good understanding of accounting, IFRS and management reporting requirements etc.
• Proficient knowledge of handling end to end A2R activities for a large multinational.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP, SAP BFC, Month end reporting – ATR, Fiori apps, S4 HANA
• Demonstrate ability to operate effectively within a cross-functional matrix organization.
• Efficient and result drive work approach, with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks to meet organizational objectives.
• Proactive in acting, maintaining high productivity and quality with constructive attitude even in challenging situations.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders within Syngenta.
• Shows strong commitment to achieving results.
• Exemplifies a positive demeanor and sets a strong example for colleagues, reinforcing the organization's vision, values, and strategic direction.

Additional Information

Note: Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status