Project Manager

Gateway Search · India

Job Title: Overseas Accounting and Project Manager

Location: Kolkata, India

Department: Finance & Accounts – Shared Services

Reports To: Finance Controller Overseas Processing and Trading

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant to lead the overseas accounting operations within our Shared Services Center. The role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, process optimization, international reporting standards, and the ability to lead finance-related projects. The incumbent will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounting activities for multiple overseas entities in compliance with local and international financial regulations, while also driving strategic initiatives and special projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting operations for overseas entities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany, and fixed assets.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and reporting.
• Review and ensure compliance with local GAAPs and local statutory requirements of the respective overseas jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with local finance teams, external auditors, tax consultants, and internal stakeholders for audits, tax filings, and other compliance matters.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency across the shared services platform.
• Lead and manage finance-related projects such as process transitions, ERP implementations, system enhancements, and automation initiatives.
• Take ownership of special tasks and cross-functional initiatives delegated by senior management, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business goals.
• Provide leadership in the design and rollout of internal controls, process documentation, and SOPs for overseas accounting functions.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and SLAs for accounting service delivery.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior accounting team members within the shared services.
• Manage accounting controls and ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience in accounting and financial operations.
• Proven track record in project management , including cross-functional initiatives and process improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of international accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-cultural teams and in a matrix reporting structure.

Preferred Attributes:

• Prior experience in a shared services or multinational environment , preferably in the Agri-trading, commodity sector .
• Exposure to commodity processing and handling large greenfield or brownfield expansion.
• Hands-on experience in leading process transitions and standardization projects.
• Project management certifications are a plus.
• Strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous improvement of mindset and ability to manage change.
• Ability to work in multiple time zone alignment, if required like during audit etc