Finance Administrator

About Visy:

Visy is a family-owned Australian business and a global pioneer in sustainable packaging, recycling and logistics. They operate across 150 sites globally, including operations in Asia, Europe, and the USA, supported by a dedicated workforce of over 7,000 employees. It is Australia and New Zealand's largest manufacturer of food and beverage packaging, made from household recycling. As Australia's largest recycler, it processes 40% of Australian households recycling. Visy also supports customers with logistics, packaging supplies, point of sale displays and more. At Visy India, their technology hub in Hyderabad, they are expanding their technical capabilities to support their global business.

Position description:

Introduction to the role - Overview

Position summary:

In the Paper Division, the role of Finance Assistant involves supporting the finance team across various functions, including accounts payable, financial reporting, budget management, and ad hoc financial tasks. This multifaceted position is crucial for ensuring high-quality data integrity and providing essential support to optimize the financial efficiency of operations. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial software, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Position title- Finance Assistant

Division / Sub-Division- Paper.

Role Location- Hyderabad, India.

What are the Primary Responsibilities of the role:

• Finance Support: VP2, VP4, VP5 & Cogen.
• VIMS processing (VGF, Site Invoices) and Goods Receipting.
• Assist with GR/IR clearing and ensure open items are resolved.
• Post accruals, prepayments and standard journals with supporting documentation.
• End of Month Energy close off (Processing of Accruals & Energy Invoices).
• Process and reconcile waste dockets for correct reporting period.
• Process machine clothing transactions and support stock reconciliation.
• PBL Claims.
• Blackline Support and loading GL Recs.
• Intercompany Clearing support.
• Support timely and accurate month-end close across all sites.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the finance department, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations.
• Ad-hoc task as required.

Key challenges:

• Managing workload amidst VIC sites.
• Supporting Site Finance Managers at different sites will requires balancing priorities.

Key relationships:

• Internal: Finance Manager, Accounts Payable Team, Procurement Team, Operations Team.
• External: Vendors.

Key stakeholders:

• Direct reports (Your Team).
• None. However, the role requires collaboration and coordination across various financial functions.

Experience and Qualifications:

Mandatory (critical for the role):

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a Administration Finance role, preferably within manufacturing or a related industry.
• Proficiency in financial software, such as SAP or Oracle, is highly desirable.

Desirable (preferable for the role):

• Experience with Intermediate Excel functions.

Skills (technical, business, leadership):

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.