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Example 1

Job description

Role & responsibilities

  • Good understanding on Finance , month end processes , MIS reporting, data analysis , Variance analysis , Budget, Forecast.
  • Ability to create financial models (cash flow, DCF, NPV, P/L , CAPM, payback, CBA, business valuation, equity analysis, Investor deck ,forecast…and various models)
  • Understanding of M&A and related documentations
  • Helping to develop project plans and monitor their timely completion
  • Market analysis , Industry analysis , Business plan , able to extract data from financials
  • Good understanding and practical knowledge of Office 365, advance tools like Power BI, Google sheet, AI and Chat GTP.
  • Preparation of Presentations ,Investor dec, process models, specifications, diagrams, charts ,flowchart
  • Analyzing an organization's large data sets to provide actionable insights
  • Staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends , process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems.
  • Effectively communicating your insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management.
  • Gathering critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and producing useful reports.
  • Strong understanding of international trade regulations, finance principles, and risk management.
  • Knowledge of trade finance products and instruments, including letters of credit, guarantees, and export credit insurance.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis, due diligence, and risk assessment.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in trade documentation.

    Preferred candidate profile

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, international business, economics, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Documentary Credit Specialist) may be preferred.
  • Fluency in English is must.
  • Background in Export/Manufacturing Industry and experience in export documentation

    Role:Finance Manager

    Industry Type:Import & Export

    Department:Finance & Accounting

    Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

    Role Category: Finance

    Education

    UG: Any Graduate, [website] in Any Specialization

    PG: MBA/PGDM in Finance, PG Diploma in Any Specialization

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Performance bonus



    Application Question(s):
  • Are You Ready for Mathura Location ?
  • What is Your Present in Hand Salary ???
  • What is Your Expected Salary ??
  • Can You Join At Immediate Basis ??

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Finance: 6 years (Required)
  • Export house: 6 years (Required)


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    • Example 2

    We have an urgent requirement of Finance Manager for a reputed paint manufacturing company . Candidate must have Graduate/PG ,[website] [website] finance. Good communication skills. Job descriptions:

  • Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information.
  • Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information, computing charges, and refunds, and preparing and mailing invoices.
  • Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts and notifying customers of insufficient payments.
  • Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
  • Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
  • Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and adjustments.
  • Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls.
  • Secures financial information by completing database backups.
  • Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

    Qualifications and Skills

    High degree of accuracy, Great attention to detail, Strong customer service skills, Excellent negotiation skills, Proficiency in mathematics

    Job Location Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹50,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Internet reimbursement
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Yearly bonus

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    • Example 3

    A flagship Retailer of Hypermarkets and Departmental Stores in Riyadh-Saudi Arabia requires:

    · Position: Finance Manager

  • Qualification: CA/ ICWA
  • Experience: 4-6 years, (Minimum 2 years of GCC financial experience)*. Retail exposure, FMCG preferred
  • Location:- India, Calicut
  • Reports to - Finance Controller
  • Age – 40 – 50yrs

    Desired Skills

  • Expertise: - Book Closure, Accounting Discipline, System implementation, Good knowledge of IGAAP, Indian taxation, Worked in Start-up environment, and MIS
  • Excellent communication, coordination and analytical skill
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with the larger team
  • Administratively self-supporting
  • Planning and Organising skills
  • Ability to work flexibly (with tact and diplomacy)
  • Excellent written and oral English & Malayalam language skills
  • Technologically literate
  • Knowledge about Statutory, Tax, VAT, GST & SEZ.
  • Vendor registration and reconciliation on periodic basis.
  • Knowledge about export invoices and GCC financial expenditure.

    Brief Job description:

  • Has to focus on getting all the parallel ERP’s integrated into financial statement, ensure books are closed on time with appropriate controls, and populate information as and when required.
  • Should involve in Accounts & Tax , Treasury, and other members of finance and accounts who takes care of designated work like AP, AR, Banking, Receivables and Sales accounting team etc.
  • To ensure that all bank accounts and creditor ledger statements are regularly reviewed and reconciled.
  • To oversee all VAT matters, looking at efficient ways of reducing VAT liability and keeping abreast of current VAT legislation.
  • Has to submit the monthly P&L to management by 10th of every month.
  • Have analytical skill and should project the breakeven and overlook the business outcome on monthly basis.
  • Vendor registration and reconciliation on periodic basis.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: Up to ₹1,000,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Day shift



    Application Question(s):
  • Are you CA/ ICWA in FMCG /Retail: 4 years (Required)

    • Example 4

    FDRVC as Technical Support Agency has been retained to hire a Accounts & Finance Manager (FM)/Accounts & Finance Headfor Producer Enterprise.

    Responsibilities:

  • As the Finance Head/ Finance Manager (FM), the person will be responsible for the following activities:
  • The incumbent would take ownership of agriculture commodity procurement infrastructure and operations and procurement volume achievement for the PE.
  • Timely and qualitative preparation and submission of financial reports to the management.
  • Compile, review and analyze monthly, quarterly and full year forecasts in a timely manner.
  • Manage the cash flows of the company by constant monitoring of inventory, accounts receivables and payables.
  • Continuous improvements in the existing systems of producer companies financial procedures through reviewing the current procedures regularly.
  • Coordinating with internal and external auditors, bankers, Tax Agents etc.
  • Reviewing company's capital investments and suggesting other profitable future opportunities.
  • Monitor and provide guidance to company management to ensure statutory compliance related to Registrar of Companies / Tax Authorities / Import Export Authority / Department of Weights and Measures/Customs etc.
  • Timely Submission of Utilization Certificate to be given to the Grant Donor.
  • Implementing financial and related strategies that help the company in achieving its targeted growth rate.
  • Implementing and suggesting financial tools and other IT tools which helps in proper recording and maintaining the information used in the business.

    Qualification and Experience Required

  • Post graduate degree with accounting/finance/commerce as major subjects from recognized university ([website], [website]).
  • Qualified/Semi Qualified Chartered Accountant/Cost Accounts will be desirable.
  • Minimum post qualification relevant experience of 2 years of reputed commercial organization.
  • Strong Knowledge of Accounting, Book Keeping, Direct and Indirect Taxation.
  • Knowledge of Company Secretarial work will be preferable.
  • Good command in English and Hindi.
  • Expert in Computer applications with command in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in a manufacturing set up (agri or non- agri based).
  • Candidates with experience in ERP based environment will be preferred.

    The position will be based out of district/block level.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Performance bonus



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Baran, Rajasthan: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
  • GST: 1 year (Preferred)
  • ERP systems: 1 year (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • Chartered Accountant (Preferred)


    Speak with the employer
    +91 Start Date: 18/04/2023

    • Example 5

    Hiring for Assistant Finance Manager with a reputed MNC Company

    JOB Objective

    Responsible for handling and managing day to day branch accounting such as reconciling account balances, maintaining general ledger, and pay invoices by verifying and completing payable and receivable transactions.

    KEY Responsibilities

    Operational

    Ensure all invoices, credit notes and payments are correctly authorized and processed

    Prepare accounting reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and share with Financial Analyst at zone and Sr. Manager – Accounting at center

    Resolve account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments

    Handle personnel accounting, payment of bills, salary/wages, PF/ESIC, Insurance policy renewals, travelling expenses, ad-hoc branch expense invoices

    Maintain effective filing systems for all Accounts Payable reports and source documents

    Prepare finance MIS and share them with higher management on a monthly basis

    Support different audits which take place in the organization by sharing relevant information and documents

    Timely & accurately local billing and follow up of outstanding recovery of clients

    Comply with accounting procedures, practices and company’s policies

    Maintain the reporting deadlines and quality of accounting

    Qualification

    BCOM(Accts) & MBA Finance/CA Intern

    Experience

    Total experience 3+ years

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Fixed shift
  • Morning shift



    Application Question(s):
  • Are you MBA Finance/CA Intern?

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:
  • Finance: 3 years (Required)
  • total work: 3 years (Required)


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    • Example 6

    Accounts Manager

    Preparing all kinds of Stock JV & made Accounting Entry in tally Accounting Software.
     Booking all kinds of Sales, Purchase, Expense entries in System
     Generate Outstanding & Payable Reports From System
     Maintaining Proper filling of all types of Documents of JV & Expense voucher/Bills
    Documents
     Reconciliation of Cash, Bank & Parties (Creditors/ Debtors)
     Prepare Remittance & Bank Guarantee Document.
     GST Return & GST Payment & GST 9 Annual Return.
     Making Payment of Parties (BY NEFT) and Cheques.
     Making Foreign Remittance Inward /Outward & Close all Payment by Fill up Bank Form
    & Submitted in Bank & clear Outstanding Bill Of Entry Against Advance Remittance.
     Maintain C Form File & Distribute To Parties
     Maintain Form 16 & 16 A & distribute to Parties.
     Making Online Payment of TDS & Prepare Data for TDS monthly & Quarterly Return fill in
    Excel Sheet upload in software & Submitted in NSDL & Also Generate Form 16 & Form
    16A on Income Tax Sight.
     Physical Stock Verification Register & Depreciation Sheet
     Prepare Sales/Purchase/JV/Receipt/Payment/Import Material JV/ Export Sales/Stock JV/
    Tax Invoice/ liability Provision Entry/ Income Provision Entry & Capital Material
     Purchase/TDS Provision & Deduction /GST RCM in tally Software.
     Reconciliation of Branches & Prepare Creditors Ageing.
    Import / Export Work : -
     Making Import Payment through Bank. (Submit Bank Form, Submit Company IEC Copy,
    Proforma Invoice copy in bank & Clear Import Payment during the Day.
     Preparation of Import Material Document (Collect Proforma Invoice, Bill Of Entry, Bill of
    Lading, Custom duty Payment, Goods Insurance)
     Preparation Document of Export Sale Receipt.(Export Invoice copy, IEC Copy, Bank Form)
     Preparation Document of Export Bill Collection Process for Bank Record (Export Invoice,
    E Way Bill copy, Transporter LR Copy, Shipping Bill Copy, foreign Inward remittance advice
    copy)
     All Import & Export Document Submit to bank timely & Clear outward / inward remittance
    entry in bank record.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Taxation: 1 year (Required)
  • Accounts: 3 years (Required)

    Language:
  • English (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • Tally (Required)

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    • Example 7

  • Preparation of CMA, Projection etc., and arrangement of all other necessary documents in relation to procurement of funds
  • Coordinating for documentation and disbursement of the funds
  • Preparing the necessary reports as per the sanctioned terms
  • Preparation of Business Plans & Budgets and Variation analysis & implementing corrective actions
  • Managing day to day funds
  • Preparing the MIS Reports, Cash & Fund Flow Statement and other financial reports for tracking the financial performance
  • Preparing the cost sheet, MIS reports on Inventory & costing
  • Supporting on cost improvement initiatives, Variance analysis, Margin &profitability analysis
  • Finalization of Financial Accounts
  • Taking care of various statutory & secretarial compliance
  • Coordinating with Statutory & Internal Auditors
  • Manage merchants/payments & General Ledgers Reconciliations Mapping Receivables and Payables
  • Statutory & Internal audit for various entities in different sector
  • Audit & Finalization of accounts for various entities in different sector
  • Preparation & filing return of Income for various entities

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: Up to ₹50,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Food provided
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Master's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Finance: 10 years (Preferred)

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    • Example 8

  • · Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks and projects of the organization.
  • · Coordination with clients and vendors for required accounts’ documents.
  • · E-Invoice Billing regularly, updation, validation with the GST Portal and coordination with clients and centre, when required, for the same.
  • · E-Invoice Credit Note raising and sharing to centre team and clients.
  • · KYC validation for new clients.
  • · Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking, and reports.
  • · Evaluate the financial performance of the organization
  • · Correspond with various other departments, discussing company plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.
  • · KYC on daily basis for preparation of FOB.
  • · Ensuring Monthly Reconciliation with the clients and 26 AS reconciliation
  • · Follow up and proper documentation of agreements
  • · Coordinating with, and supporting the centres on daily basis.
  • · Reminders for preparing Client outstanding list and ensuring its timely submission
  • · Knowledge & Hands on experiencein preparation of statutory filing work, MIS, Tally, Account Receivables/Payables etc.
  • · Any other Adhoc work which assigned to you especially.

    Job Types: Regular / Permanent, Full-time

    Salary: ₹50,000.00 - ₹66,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Lucknow - 226010, Uttar Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Master's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Finance: 5 years (Preferred)
  • total work: 6 years (Preferred)

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    • Example 9

    Company : Garment Manufacturing Export Company having state of the art factory

    Work Location : Coimbatore

    Position reporting to : Chairman / Managing Director

    Candidate preferably from Coimbatore / nearby areas

    Job Description & Candidate Profile

    - C.A. / I.C.W.A having 5 to7 years experience in a reputed corporate

    organisation preferably in a Garment Industry handling Finance & Accounts

    - Understanding systems and procedures of the company and a go-getter and also to handle directly department of accounts, commercial and HR Departments

    - Liason with banks and indirect tax department as and when needed and to the statutory auditors

    - Good command over advanced Microsoft Excel and Word and also Tally ERP software

    - Position requires complete command over the internal controls of the business as well good analytical skills to make MIS reports and understanding data also control over the process

    - Candidate need to walk an extra mile on understanding the entire operations in order to control the process and cost.

    - Good leadership qualities who guide the team and have smooth inter departmental coordination

    - Good skills in English and Tamil

    Note :

    a. This position is Urgent and hence if selected should be in a position to join Immediately / SHORT Notice

    b. Physical interview will be done at our Client factory in Coimbatore. Hence if shortlisted, candidate should be in a position to attend interview physically ( No online / Zoom interview )

    Interested AND Meeting THE ABOVE SEND Detailed CV IN MS-WORD Format Immediately

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Health insurance
    Schedule:
  • Morning shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Yearly bonus

    Education:
  • Master's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • Finance: 5 years (Preferred)

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    +91 +[phone number]55
    Application Deadline: Start Date: 01/07/2022

    • Example 10

    Job Description:

  • Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.

  • Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.

  • Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.

  • Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met.

  • Ensure operational compliance with policies, procedures and regulations for any necessary entities

  • Collecting, interpreting & reviewing financial information

  • Preparing financial reports & MIS

    Skills Required:

    ✓ A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles

    ✓ Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations

    ✓ Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns

    ✓ Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns – GST, Taxation & statutory compliance.

    ✓ Should have hands on experience in Tally

    ✓ Should have excellent knowledge of MS-Office including vlookup and pivot table

    ✓ Excellent communication - written & verbal

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: Up to ₹50,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

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    • Finance Manager job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job, so jobseekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of a Finance Manager job summary

    Our high-growth multinational firm is seeking an experienced and professional Finance Manager to join our team. This position will play a key role in the organization’s funding strategy and long-term financial security. The Finance Manager will collaborate with the executive management team to analyse department finances and develop budgets that will keep the company’s costs down. This position will provide the right person with promotion potential within 2 to 3 years of joining the team.

    Finance Manager responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Perform a variety of advanced financial analyses to determine present and forecasted financial health of the company
    • Use financial modeling to simulate financial scenarios
    • Present potential scenarios and outcomes to management team
    • Manage the preparation and publication of departmental and organization financial documents
    • Collaborate with management on development and execution of funding strategies
    • Examine financial and legal documents to verify accuracy and adherence to financial regulations and acceptable financial principles
    • Develop or recommend solutions for problems or situations

    Finance Manager qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required (MBA preferred)
    • 5+ years’ experience in a financial management position
    • Proven strategic planning experience at the management level
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
    • Demonstrated creative and critical thinking skills
    • Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
    • Strong communication and presentation skills
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