Job Title: Executive/Senior Executive
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Function: Finance - Global Excellence Center (GEC)
Business: Godrej Consumer Products Limited
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)
At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.
https: / / www.godrejindustries.com /
About Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL)
Godrej Consumer Products is a leading emerging markets company. As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group, we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust, integrity and respect for others. At the same time, we are growing fast and have exciting, ambitious aspirations.
https://www.godrejcp.com/
Our Finance Team
Our Finance team partners to drive sustainable, long-term value creation, ensure the continued health of our business, and build the foundation for us to live our purpose, achieve our ambitious growth aspirations, and serve our consumers and communities. From business partnering and accounting to expert services, there s a broad range of roles to explore in what could be your next team. Read about our strategy and plans in our Annual and Integrated Report.
https://www.godrejcp.com/
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Close and Consolidation Executive to join our dynamic Finance team within our Financial Shared Services center. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely support to local finance teams for financial close and reporting processes, as well as the consolidation of financial data across our global organization. This position requires strong analytical skills, technical proficiency, and a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Invoice processing
Review and verify incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Ensure that all relevant supporting documentation are attached to invoices.
Match invoices with corresponding purchase orders and receipts to ensure accuracy.
2. Expense management
Process and review employee expense reports, ensuring accurate documentation, adherence to company policies, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Verify receipts, invoices, and other supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
Identify and rectify discrepancies, errors, or policy violations in expense reports.
Stay up to date with company travel and expense policies.
Provide guidance to employees on expense reporting procedures, policy compliance, and best practices.
Monitor and enforce adherence to company policies to prevent fraudulent or non-compliant expense submissions.
3. Data entry and support
Enter invoice details accurately into the accounting system or invoice processing software.
Monitor and execute T&E file transfers in system.
Maintain interface with departmental personnel to provide information to verify or support records and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Maintain comprehensive and organized records of invoices and related documentation.
Undertake any other ad-hoc duties assigned and administrative support.
4. Discrepancy resolution
Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to invoice & T&E processing.
Communicate effectively with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies promptly.
Escalate issues to the team leader as appropriate.
5. Compliance and reporting
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements related to invoice processing.
Generate regular and ad-hoc reports for management, highlighting invoice status, key performance indicators and invoice processing improvements.
Generate regular and ad-hoc travel expense reports for management review, highlighting trends and insights.
Assist with auditor and/or internal stakeholder requests, including providing copies of invoices/expense reports as required and answering related queries as they arise.
6. Process improvement
Continuously identify opportunities to streamline and enhance the invoice processing workflow.
Propose and support implementation of PTP process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
7. Vendor relations
Develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Address vendor inquiries and concerns professionally and promptly.
Who are we looking for
Education:
Bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Relevant certifications or additional qualifications are a plus.
Experience:
Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in invoice processing, accounts payable, or similar roles is required.
Experience working in a financial shared services environment is preferred but not mandatory.
Proven track record of process improvement and optimization initiatives within invoice processing or related financial processes will be advantageous.
Key Skills:
Candidate should be well versed in English.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to data integrity.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and propose solutions.
Effective communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, including finance teams, auditors, and management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Team player with the capability to collaborate across departments, geographies, and cultures. Proactive attitude towards process improvement and the ability to drive change.
What s in it for you
Be an equal parent
Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return
Paternity support, including paid leave
New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel
Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options
No place for discrimination at Godrej
Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy
Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses
Gender transition support
We are selfish about your wellness
Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options
Uncapped sick leave
Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling
Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way
Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements
Performance-based earning opportunities
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An inclusive Godrej
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!
We look forward to meeting you.
