Sr. Executive - SC Accounting

General Mills; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills in Mumbai seeks an experienced Inventory Accountant to ensure accurate recording of inventory-related financial transactions and reporting for PET facilities. You will work with cross-functional teams to uphold controls, accuracy, and timely information flow.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years of related experience. Proficiency with SAP and MS Office, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in inventory or finance.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Build structured processes for PET ESCs and WHs following NAR controls.
• Resolve inventory reports issues related to PET.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and movement issues.
• Coordinate with internal plants and external partners to resolve issues.
• Ensure KPIs and SLAs are consistently met.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports and support SOX compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Excel

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

OVERVIEW

Ensure accurate and timely recording of Inventory related financial transactions in compliance with accounting controls and prepare information and reports for PET Internal/External manufacturing/storage facilities. Responsibilities require functional expertise in finance and accounting, strong customer relations and communication skills, and ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Build structured processes for below mentioned activities for PET ESCs and WHs (replicating NAR controls & policies)
• Issue Resolution related to various Inventory Management reports for PET
• Resolution of inventory discrepancies related with Inventory movements.
• Resolution of inventory discrepancies related with Goods Receipts v/s Invoice Receipts
• Resolution of missing receipts related issues.
• Work independently / directly with external and internal plants to ensure accurate and timely resolution.
• Raise important questions during the planning phase
• Ensure all KPIs & SLAs are consistently met
• Review, resolve & document any exceptions or outliers in the process
• Support business continuity to meet critical business objectives.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly/ad-hoc reports
• Transition & standardize PET process for QBA.
• Identify, initiate, and implement process improvement ideas. Leverage Continues Improvement tools or mindset to identify recurring issues and work towards Institutional Solution.
• Ensure clear process documentation is in place, utilized and updated in timely manner.
• Demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise in the process.
• Support audit and control to ensure compliance with GMI and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Develop strong relationships with business partners including other Mumbai support teams and Minneapolis headquarter teams.
• Actively participate in team or site events/initiatives
• Mentor/ coach new team members

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Minimum Degree Requirements: Bachelors
• Minimum years of related experience required: 5

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Preferred Degree Requirements: Bachelors
• Preferred Major Area of Study: Accounting and Finance
• Preferred years of related experience: 5 to 7 years.
• Proven Issue resolution skills
• Prior customer service, inventory management experience preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP system functionality preferred.
• Consistent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to question, recommend, influence and lead process changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness for the team and stakeholders.
• Advanced MS Office computer skills preferred (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Speaks, reads and writes English fluently

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.