Manager - Finance - Dairy/FMCG - CA

Position: Finance Manager

Industry: Dairy/FMCG

Experience: 3-6 years

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) + SAP Proficiency

Location: Delhi

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager with experience in the dairy industry to oversee financial planning, cost control, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should be a CA with 3-6 years of experience, proficient in SAP, and possess strong analytical and leadership skills to drive financial performance in a fast-paced dairy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management:

- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.

- Monitor P&L, cash flow, and working capital to ensure financial stability.

- Conduct cost analysis (milk procurement, production, logistics) to optimize profitability.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation, and audit requirements.

- Handle GST, inventory accounting, and dairy-specific financial regulations.

SAP & ERP Operations:

- Manage SAP FI/CO modules for financial transactions, cost accounting, and product costing.

- Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation in SAP.

- Generate MIS reports for management decision-making.

Operations & Cost Control:

- Oversee procurement, production costing, and supply chain finance.

- Analyze variances in milk procurement, processing, and distribution costs.

- Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.

Stakeholder & Team Management:

- Liaise with banks, auditors, and government bodies for financial compliance.

- Coordinate with production, procurement, and sales teams for financial alignment.

- Mentor finance and operations teams for process improvement.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

- Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory.

- Experience: 3-6 years in finance & operations, preferably in dairy/FMCG/manufacturing.

- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in SAP (FI/CO/MM modules), Excel, and financial modeling.

- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of dairy supply chain, milk pricing, and processing costs.

- Soft Skills: Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.