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Role Objective We are seeking a Chartered Accountant (CA) with 10-15 years of progressive experience in finance, accounts, and compliance (including 5+ years in leadership roles) to drive financial accuracy, governance, and business support at our Rabale facility. The role requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on control, covering financial planning, taxation, treasury, audit, inventory management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

 Oversee end-to-end accounting, month/quarter/year-end closing, and preparation of financial statements in compliance with IND-AS/IFRS. Ensure accuracy of General Ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and provisions. rive timely preparation of MIS reports, profitability analysis, and variance reports for management decision-making.

Taxation & Compliance

nsure timely filing and compliance of GST, TDS, PF, ESI, Bonus Act, Labour Welfare Fund, and other statutory obligations. anage tax audits, assessments, and liaise with consultants/authorities for direct and indirect tax matters. mplement strong processes to ensure adherence to statutory requirements across multiple locations.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

onitor working capital, cash flow forecasting, and liquidity planning. repare contingency plans for cash flow, vendor credit, and inventory buffers. anage fund flows, vendor payments, and foreign remittances in line with FEMA guidelines. iaise with banks for facilities, fund transfers, and treasury operations.

Budgeting, Costing & Business Finance

ead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and variance analysis. rive cost control initiatives, margin analysis, and plant-level cost optimization. evelop batch-wise costing models and BoM-based cost tracking for consumption. versee BoM accuracy for each product SKU, including raw material consumption, yield, and wastage tracking. rack SKU-level profitability and compile detailed margin analysis. ollaborate with operations, procurement, and commercial teams to align financial goals with business objectives.

Inventory, Vendor & Customer Controls

ead periodic inventory audits, reconciliations, and controls across plant and warehouses. dentify gaps, analyze discrepancies, and recommend improvements in stock management systems. versee vendor ledger reconciliation, GRN (Goods Receipt Note) matching, and dispute resolution. onitor customer ledgers for accuracy, aging, and reconciliation across domestic and export accounts. nsure timely follow-up on outstanding payments, credit notes, and debit adjustments in coordination with internal teams. efine and implement credit control policies, customer-wise payment tracking, and escalation protocols for overdue accounts. iaise with customers to resolve ledger discrepancies and ensure timely collections. enerate AR aging reports, Sales Outstanding metrics, and customer risk profiles for management review.

Audit, Leadership & Process Improvements

oordinate and support statutory, internal, and cost audits, ensuring timely closure of observations. ead, mentor, and develop a finance team to deliver accuracy and efficiency. rive process automation, ERP integration, and implementation of best practices in financial operations. trengthen internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance frameworks

Qualifications & Experience andatory:

Chartered Accountant (CA). xperience: 10-15 years in finance & accounts, with at least 5 years in a managerial/team handling role. referred Industry Exposure: Manufacturing, Food Processing, FMCG, or similar sectors with plant-level operations. ystems Knowledge: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Tally ERP/SAP B1), MS Excel, and reporting tools.

Key Skills trong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation (GST/TDS), payroll compliance, and financial regulations. ands-on expertise in audit, costing, inventory management, and MIS reporting. bility to lead cross-functional teams, resolve escalations, and drive process efficiency. trong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us

ead the finance function at a growing and dynamic food processing company. igh visibility role with exposure to plant-level operations and strategic decision-making. pportunity to drive automation, efficiency, and compliance improvements. culture that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

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• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive sanitation programs and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and mentor the sanitation team, providing training and performance oversight.
• Conduct regular sanitation audits and risk assessments of all facilities.
• Oversee cleaning validation processes and maintain related documentation.
• Manage pest control programs in coordination with external vendors.
• Troubleshoot and resolve sanitation-related issues, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and Engineering teams to optimize sanitation processes.
• Manage sanitation supplies inventory and budget effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sanitation efficacy and efficiency.
• Stay updated on the latest sanitation technologies and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sanitation management within the food and beverage industry.
• Extensive knowledge of food safety principles, HACCP, FSMA, and relevant regulations.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing effective sanitation programs.
• Strong understanding of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and microbiological testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage teams and projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Certification as a Food Protection Professional (CFP) or similar is highly desirable.

• Develop and formulate new food products, from concept to commercialization.
• Optimize existing product formulations for improved taste, texture, nutrition, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct laboratory experiments, pilot plant trials, and scale-up processes.
• Perform sensory analysis and consumer testing to evaluate product attributes.
• Ensure all product development adheres to food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, operations, and quality assurance.
• Research market trends and identify opportunities for product innovation.
• Document research findings, formulations, and process parameters accurately.
• Troubleshoot production issues related to product formulation and processing.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven experience in FMCG product development, specifically within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, processing, and preservation techniques.
• Experience with sensory evaluation and consumer research methodologies.
• Familiarity with food regulations and safety standards (e.g., FSSAI, HACCP).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and data analysis.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

TCS Hiring- Scientist for R&D in emulation/data science

Location : Mumbai/ Kolkata/ Pune/Chennai

Experience :5-10 years overall experience, spread across a combination of manufacturing industry, consulting, information & technology services. Minimum of 2-5 years in IT/ Consulting

Technical Skill: Modeling using molecular dynamics (MD) simulation tools such as GROMACS/Amber/OpenMD etc.; Familiarity with basic computational chemistry for organic and inorganic compounds, polymers, organometallic molecules; Understanding of ML tools as applicable to chemistry R&D including cheminformatic tools such as RDKit, MDG etc.

Must have Skill :

Technical

Ability to work with opensource models (GitHub or similar)

Functional

• Good understanding of computational chemistry, MD models, property predictions.
• Basic understanding of specialty chemicals, paints, coatings, lubricant, additives.

Domain

• Chemical engineering domain or advanced chemistry and its applications in R&D.
• SMILES, GNN representations for chemicals.

Soft skills

• Ability to articulate complex concepts to a mixed audience
• Influence others even when they’re not part of your team/have a reporting relationship

Good to Have skills :

• Hands-on experience in an industrial R&D set up
• Previous experience in using ML models
• Experience/familiarity with VMD/Ovito or similar visualization tools

Greetings for the day!

We are looking for a skilled professional to join our team at Taglus . If you have expertise in polymers and a passion for innovation, we would love to hear from you!

• Conducting plant trials at the plant site as required.
• Strong knowledge of:
• DSC
• TGA
• Smart Polymers
• Polymer Synthesis
• Extrusion Molding

• Must-have: In-depth knowledge of polymers.

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