Finance & Accounts Manager - Agriculture/Dairy Sector

About Company:

The company operates in the agriculture and dairy sector, focusing on producing and delivering organic food products through a farm-to-consumer model.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end Accounts Receivable, including billing, collections, reconciliation, and aging analysis

- Oversee Accounts Payable processes including invoice verification, payment processing, and vendor reconciliation

- Handle procurement activities including purchase order creation, vendor negotiation, and purchase cycle management

- Ensure timely closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts

- Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements

- Coordinate with auditors during internal and statutory audits

- Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and customers

- Ensure accuracy in accounting entries and ledger reconciliations

- Support budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting activities

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Strong experience in AR, AP, and procurement functions

- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls

- Hands-on experience in SAP system

- Experience in Dairy industry is preferred

- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Leadership experience in managing small to mid-size finance teams

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Commerce / Accounting

- CMA / MBA Finance preferred (optional based on experience)

- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounts operations