Overview:
To 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.
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
1. Control, Governance & Risk
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Drive the Agro control agenda and establish a robust control framework in the Kolkata region.
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Participate in risk assessments, define and implement business control activities (BCAs), and monitor effectiveness in the field.
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Ensure compliance with GCS, Schedule of Authority, and internal governance standards.
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Track and close control gaps, audit observations, and process deviations.
2. Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
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Ensure Day-0 month-end close with accurate books and timely submission.
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Manage provisions and accruals for shrinkage, rottage, warehouses, MOH, freight, and other Agro costs.
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Review seed costing, inventory accounting, and GIT, highlighting risks and corrective actions.
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Support reconciliations and periodic financial reporting.
3. Management Reporting & Performance Reviews
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Prepare, validate, and consolidate Agro KPI reports with variance analysis and business insights.
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Drive performance reviews with Agro teams (Potato and Seed).
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Collate and validate data for regional reviews and leadership updates.
4. Inventory, Assets & Field Controls
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Ensure accurate representation of stock and assets through monthly balance sheet reviews and physical verification.
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Monitor seed pipeline, inventory movements, and warehouse/cold store governance.
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Conduct regular site visits to warehouses and fields to ensure adherence to processes and controls.
5. Statutory Compliance & Audits
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Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, including Mandi taxes and filing of returns.
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Ensure availability and compliance of Seed, Potato, and other Agro licenses in coordination with Legal.
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Coordinate internal, statutory, and other audits, and ensure timely closure of observations.
6. Business Partnering & Operations Support
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Anchor contract farming and storage agreements, including validation, approvals, and due diligence.
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Support cold store due diligence and opening in SAP, seasonal setup, and operational readiness.
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Support transporter contracting and related commercial processes.
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Coordinate cross-functional Agro initiatives such as modernization projects, bulk cold stores, and cross-freight.
7. Process Setup, Automation & Training
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Drive central automation projects and reduction of manual interventions.
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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.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
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CA with 3–4 years of experience in Finance / Controllership roles.
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Strong hands-on exposure to month-end close, provisions, balance sheet reviews, and inventory accounting in a manufacturing or supply-chain environment.
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Working knowledge of internal controls and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
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Ability to work independently and partner closely with operations.
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Preferred: Exposure to Agro, FMCG, or Agri-supply chain businesses.
Key Skills & Competencies
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Strong control mindset with ability to design practical processes, supported by analytical and MIS skills with clear variance analysis.
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High ownership with effective stakeholder management across field, plant, and regional teams.
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Willingness to travel to warehouses, cold stores, and field locations as required.
