Associate – Central Finance

Role Overview

We are seeking a finance professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial processes to support our Central Finance function. The role focuses on financial governance, reporting accuracy, process harmonisation, and cross‑entity financial control, with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance (D365) used as the core enabling platform.

Key Responsibilities

Core Finance Operations & Controls

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities across entities

• Ensure accuracy of journals, accruals, provisions, reconciliations, and intercompany activities

• Review balance sheet schedules and ensure compliance with accounting policies

• Strengthen financial governance by identifying gaps and improving control frameworks

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Produce and support reporting via D365 Financial Reporting and Power BI

• Collaborate with FP&A and Controlling for budgeting and variance analysis

Central Finance Process Standardisation

• Drive harmonisation of finance processes across regions

• Develop and maintain SOPs and accounting guidelines

• Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes

Master Data Governance (Finance-Focused)

• Ensure data accuracy and alignment with reporting and audit requirements

Continuous Improvement & Best Practices

• Identify recurring issues or inefficiencies and propose improvements

• Support automation and simplification using Power Platform and D365 capabilities

• Contribute to finance transformation and change management activities

Key Skills & Qualifications

Must‑Have

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related field

• 2–8+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, or Shared Services

• Understanding of GL, month-end close, intercompany, fixed assets, AP/AR, and reconciliations

• Ability to interpret financial data for accuracy and compliance

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance or willingness to learn

Good to Have

• Experience in multi-entity or multinational environments

• Understanding of internal controls, SOX, and audit practices

• Familiarity with Power BI or financial reporting tools

• Experience in process improvement or finance transformation

• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance (D365 F&O)

• Professional qualifications such as CA or MBA or such equivalent degree will be considered an added advantage

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management

• Attention to detail and ability to work independently

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills

Why This Role Matters

• Ensures the organisation has accurate, reliable, and timely financial information

• Strengthens consistency and governance across finance processes

• Supports strategic decision‑making through improved reporting and insights

• Helps build a unified and efficient finance function

Location: PAN India (with a preference for Mumbai)