USV

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Finance Lead in Mumbai with 4–7 years of pharma experience to oversee monthly financial closings, asset capitalization, and strategic reporting. You will present P&L analyses and board-ready decks for senior stakeholders.

The role requires SAP ECC/HANA proficiency, advanced PowerPoint skills, and strong collaboration with internal teams and external auditors. A CA qualification is preferred, with responsibility for US subsidiaries and treasury activities.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience specifically within the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Proficiency with SAP ECC/HANA.
• Strong skills in creating PowerPoint presentations with complex charts and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Fixed Assets Management: Capitalization of projects, CWIP review, vendor negotiations on pricing and payment terms.
• Financial Closing & MIS: Lead monthly closure of books and prepare P&L accounts and decks.
• Strategic Reporting: Prepare quarterly horizon-margin analysis and board presentation decks.
• Audit & Compliance: Address auditor queries and ensure compliance with travel policies and foreign tour expenses.
• US Subsidiary Oversight: Manage books and quarterly closing for Indicus Pharma and USV North America.
• Operations & Collections: Follow up with customers for payments and track collections.
• Global Coordination: Coordinate with Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, Intl Marketing, and Logistics for operations and fee payments.
• Treasury & Advances: Manage vendor payments and forex advances.

Skills

PowerPoint

Interactive dashboards

Financial analysis

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

SAP ECC/HANA

Job description

Role Objective:

To lead the monthly closure of Books of Accounts, manage Fixed Assets capitalization, and oversee the financial operations. The role is pivotal in ensuring accurate P&L reporting, margin analysis, and providing strategic financial presentations to internal stakeholders and the Board.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fixed Assets Management: Manage capitalization of projects, review Capital Work-in-Progress (CWIP), and lead vendor negotiations regarding pricing and payment terms.
• Financial Closing & MIS: Lead monthly closure of Books of Accounts and prepare monthly P&L accounts and presentation decks.
• Strategic Reporting: Prepare quarterly Horizon-Margin Analysis and Board Meeting Presentation Decks.
• Audit & Compliance: Address queries from Internal and Statutory auditors; ensure compliance with Foreign Travel policies and account for foreign tour expenses.
• US Subsidiary Oversight: Manage books of accounts and quarterly closing for Indicus Pharma and USV North America.
• Operations & Collections: Follow up with customers for payments, track collections, and liaison with partners for profit-share reviews.
• Global Coordination: Coordinate with Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, International Marketing, and Logistics teams for business operations and fee payments.
• Treasury & Advances: Manage vendor payments and investments (approved by NA Chairman) and track/recover overdue forex advances.

STAKEHOLDER INTERACTION:

Type of Interaction:

• Internal: Internal Stakeholders, Project Teams, Intl Marketing, Logistics
• External: Statutory Auditors, Internal Auditors, US Partners, Customers

Nature of Interaction:

• Internal: Liaisoning for accounts closure, project capitalization, and operational coordination.
• External: Audit resolution, profit share analysis, and payment collection follow-ups.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Professional Experience and Relevant Skills:

• Experience: Minimum 4 – 7 years of experience specifically within the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Technical Expertise: Well-conversant with SAP ECC/HANA.
• Skills: Highly proficient in preparing PowerPoint presentations with complex charts, diagrams, and Interactive Dashboards.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications:

• Educational Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCY (Target Proficiency Levels):

• Achievement Orientation: 5
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: 5
• Integrity and Process Compliance: 5
• Effective Communication: 5
• Collaboration / Team Player: 5
• Planning and Execution / Self-mover: 5