Job Title :
Country / Cluster Finance Controller – Benelux Cluster (France, Netherlands and Belgium)
Job Location :
Corporate Office, Ahmedabad
Department :
International Finance- Europe
Reporting to : AGM- EMENA Finance
Specific Job Responsibilities :
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and planning activities, including gathering data, maintaining financial models, and supporting the consolidation of inputs across the P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, CapEx, and headcount.
- Support the quarterly rolling forecast process by coordinating data collection, updating financial templates, and validating information provided by business units.
- Contribute to weekly and monthly reporting cycles by preparing supporting schedules, checking data accuracy, and helping compile internal reports for local and regional stakeholders.
- Assist with financial month-end closing activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with closing deadlines.
- Help reconcile differences between statutory and management accounts
- Ensure financial data and reporting align with Group accounting policies and procedures, flagging any inconsistencies or issues for resolution.
- Support treasury-related activities, including monitoring cash positions, assisting with internal banking processes, and tracking working capital metrics.
- Coordinate with local market finance teams to ensure smooth communication and alignment between backward-looking financial reporting and forward-looking planning.
- Provide administrative and analytical support for interactions with the EMENA regional finance team and the global finance function.
Relevant Professional / Educational Background, Skills & Experience :
CA / ICWA with 5-7 year of work experience in Pharma or FMCG Industries.Experience working with cross-functional and cross-regional teams.Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and dashboard creation tools such as Power BI.Working knowledge of SAP ERP systems.Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Detail-oriented with strong administrative capabilities, and a structured approach to data and financial management.Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working under pressure in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.Understanding of broader business priorities and an ability to support finance initiatives that drive operational and commercial success.Fluency in English language is mandatory.