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Control & Reporting Asst Analyst

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Job Description

OverviewTo provide end-to-end control, governance, and analytical support for the Agro Business in Kolkata, West Bengal. This role focuses on strengthening existing processes, driving automation initiatives, and ensuring robust governance across Seed-to-Chip and Seed-to-Seed operations. The role will actively contribute to central automation projects.

 

ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities

1. Control, Governance & Risk

  • Drive the Agro control agenda and establish a robust control framework in the Kolkata region.
  • Participate in risk assessments, define and implement business control activities (BCAs), and monitor effectiveness in the field.
  • Ensure compliance with GCS, Schedule of Authority, and internal governance standards.
  • Track and close control gaps, audit observations, and process deviations.

2. Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

  • Ensure Day-0 month-end close with accurate books and timely submission.
  • Manage provisions and accruals for shrinkage, rottage, warehouses, MOH, freight, and other Agro costs.
  • Review seed costing, inventory accounting, and GIT, highlighting risks and corrective actions.
  • Support reconciliations and periodic financial reporting.

3. Management Reporting & Performance Reviews

  • Prepare, validate, and consolidate Agro KPI reports with variance analysis and business insights.
  • Drive performance reviews with Agro teams (Potato and Seed).
  • Collate and validate data for regional reviews and leadership updates.

 

4. Inventory, Assets & Field Controls

  • Ensure accurate representation of stock and assets through monthly balance sheet reviews and physical verification.
  • Monitor seed pipeline, inventory movements, and warehouse/cold store governance.
  • Conduct regular site visits to warehouses and fields to ensure adherence to processes and controls.

5. Statutory Compliance & Audits

  • Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, including Mandi taxes and filing of returns.
  • Ensure availability and compliance of Seed, Potato, and other Agro licenses in coordination with Legal.
  • Coordinate internal, statutory, and other audits, and ensure timely closure of observations.

6. Business Partnering & Operations Support

  • Anchor contract farming and storage agreements, including validation, approvals, and due diligence.
  • Support cold store due diligence and opening in SAP, seasonal setup, and operational readiness.
  • Support transporter contracting and related commercial processes.
  • Coordinate cross-functional Agro initiatives such as modernization projects, bulk cold stores, and cross-freight.

7. Process Setup, Automation & Training

  • Drive central automation projects and reduction of manual interventions.
  • Design and implement relevant SOPs and control processes for the region.

Conduct training and hand-holding for plant and field teams on finance, controls, and compliance.

QualificationsEducation & Experience

  • CA with 3–4 years of experience in Finance / Controllership roles.
  • Strong hands-on exposure to month-end close, provisions, balance sheet reviews, and inventory accounting in a manufacturing or supply-chain environment.
  • Working knowledge of internal controls and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
  • Ability to work independently and partner closely with operations.
  • Preferred: Exposure to Agro, FMCG, or Agri-supply chain businesses.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong control mindset with ability to design practical processes, supported by analytical and MIS skills with clear variance analysis.
  • High ownership with effective stakeholder management across field, plant, and regional teams.
  • Willingness to travel to warehouses, cold stores, and field locations as required.

Source: Company Career page

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