Job Description

Responsible for monthly book closure, preparation and posting of Journal entries, financial reporting, and reconciliations. Application of the entity\'s accounting policies to each non-routine event or transaction is independently reviewed for appropriateness and ensures any exceptions are highlighted to business on an immediate basis Unusual items and exceptions are investigated and properly resolved / recorded in the general ledger in the appropriate accounting period Managing the Financial and Management Reporting (RTR) processes and ensuring the service level agreements are met as per the timeline and accuracy Overall responsibilities include: Inventory accounting (movements and reconciliation with physical stock) Mark-to-Market / Fair Value accounting Month-end processing (period close) Trial balance, PNL and balance sheet review Management Reporting Inter-company reconciliations Account reconciliations (GL to sub-ledger) Budgeting and Forecasting Profile Description Commerce Graduate/MBA with 5 to 6 years of experience in Finance and Accounts domain from a FMCG / Manufacturing environment Experience in setting up Validation Checklists for all processes and ensure to review on a continuous basis for completeness and accuracy Experience in independently reviewing, validating, authorising journal entries and ensure those are recorded in the appropriate accounting period Prior experience in preparing plant costing reports, Inventory Reporting, COML run, MUV (Materials Usage Variance)/PPV (Purchase Price Variance) absorption costing, standard costing etc. Should have excellent knowledge in fixed assets accounting and fair knowledge about Bill of Material creation, production/work order settlement etc. Excellent understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Working knowledge of SAP / Oracle and SAP BPC / BO / BI would be an added advantage Strong domain expertise, analytical skills and logical reasoning with good leadership capabilities with the ability to handle pressure and work in an environment of strict deadlines Willingness to work in different time zones and willingness to travel (short informed trips) based on the business needs. Olam is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.

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