Job Description

Our client is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Plant Accountant to oversee plant-level accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance within the FMCG, food, or beverage industry and significant experience working with SAP and large data sets.
Responsibilities
Review general ledger, customer, and vendor accounts
Oversee day-to-day accounting and month-end closing activities
Prepare and finalize financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
Conduct monthly book closures and trial balance validation
Perform fixed asset accounting and prepare reconciliations for banks, customers, and vendors
Ensure compliance with tax regulations and prepare operational tax return schedules
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Purchase, HR, Admin, Marketing, and CP) to collect and review financial information
Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and related financial reports
Review submitted budgets and monitor performance against them
Conduct detailed provision analysis and journal entry preparation
Perform costing and pricing analysis, and monitor variances in price, quantity, yield, and overhead
Handle tax accounting and preparation of tax schedules
Coordinate internal and external audits
Ensure compliance with Indian statutory requirements such as VAT, PF, TDS, and Companies Act
Manage and analyze large data sets using Excel and SAP
Key Skills
In-depth understanding of accounting principles, including IFRS and US GAAP
Strong skills in financial analysis, reconciliation, budgeting, and reporting
Proficiency in SAP (minimum 35 years of experience)
Advanced Excel skills and ability to manage large data sets
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Attention to detail and analytical mindset
1012 years of relevant experience, preferably in the FMCG, food, or beverage industry
Working knowledge of Indian compliance regulations
Hands-on experience with SAP and advanced Excel
Brewery experience Advantageous
Qualifications
CA or ICWA certification