Assistant/ Deputy Manager - Accounts

ARISE is a pan-African infrastructure and logistics solutions company developing ecosystems designed to make Africa thrive. We identify opportunities in commercial and industrial value chains across Africa, and conceive, finance, build and operate the necessary infrastructure to allow businesses to develop and fulfil their potential. We do this alongside local partners and host governments to ensure that our operations have the greatest impact on the ground. ARISE today comprises three separate companies, namely ARISE Ports & Logistics (P&L), ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (IIP), and ARISE Infrastructure Services (IS).

Job overview

To manage and oversee the end-to-end transactional accounting operations of the organization, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, timely statutory compliance, and efficient working capital management. The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, along with the ability to lead and supervise a team of accountants while effectively coordinating with procurement, production, sales, and logistics functions to ensure seamless financial operations.

Job Title : Assistant/ DeputyManager - Accounts

Department: Finance and Accounts

Industry: Textile

Location: Noida

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts & Ledger Management: Maintain accurate books of accounts and ledger records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal controls.
• Payment Application & Reconciliation: Apply and reconcile payments accurately and ensure all transactions are appropriately recorded.
• Account Reconciliation: Investigate and resolve account queries, discrepancies, and reconciliation issues, escalating complex matters to senior finance staff where required.
• Month-End Activities: Support month-end closing activities and ensure accounting tasks are completed accurately and within defined timelines.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare routine financial reports, including monthly balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct variance analysis against budgets and prior periods, identify significant deviations, and provide relevant financial insights.
• Internal Coordination: Collaborate with finance, sales, and other internal teams to ensure timely completion of accounting and reporting activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and enhance efficiency in accounts handling.
• Confidentiality & Compliance: Handle confidential financial information professionally while ensuring adherence to applicable internal policies and controls.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 7–8 years of experience in maintaining accounting books and financial records, preferably with large corporate organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Experience in bookkeeping and financial administration.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong experience in account reconciliation, payment processing, ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in SAP, spreadsheets, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective internal collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve account discrepancies.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload during month-end and other peak periods.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Interested candidates may share their CV at [Confidential Information]