Job Description
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Company : Varsity Education Management</b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Role : R2R Head</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Key Responsibilities</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Financial Accounting & Reporting</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Lead the end-to-end R2R cycle: journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, provisions, intercompany accounting, and month-end/year-end close.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with Ind-AS/IFRS/IGAAP and company policies.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Own and drive the preparation and consolidation of group financial statements.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Review general ledger accounts, ensuring integrity, accuracy, and compliance.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Controls & Compliance</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Implement and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Manage statutory, tax, and internal audit requirements, and ensure timely closure of audit observations.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Implement month close process and ensure strong monthly controls check list.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Process Excellence & Transformation</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Standardize and streamline R2R processes across business units/branches.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Drive automation, digitization, and adoption of ERP/Oracle/SAP tools for faster close cycles.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Establish KPIs and benchmarks for efficiency (e.g., D+5 close timelines, zero recon breaks).</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Partner with FP&A, P2P, O2C, and Treasury to ensure seamless financial operations.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Stakeholder Management</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Collaborate with business heads, Functional heads to align on accounting policies and reporting requirements.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Support CFO in presenting financial results, variance analysis, and disclosures to the Board.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Act as the primary contact for auditors.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Team Leadership</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Lead, mentor, and build high-performing R2R teams across multiple locations.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Strengthen technical accounting expertise within the team.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Key Deliverables</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Statutory, management, and regulatory reporting packs.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Robust internal control framework with zero non-compliance issues.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Reduction in close cycle timelines (fast close initiatives).</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">High stakeholder satisfaction and reduced audit observations.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Qualifications & Experience</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent qualification.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">8 to 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in R2R/General Ledger.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Strong technical knowledge of Ind-AS, IFRS, and regulatory frameworks.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Proven track record of driving process transformation and automation.</b></p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><b id="docs-internal-guid-5511d47b-7fff-b2e9-af86-d9bb2098cee2">Prior experience in a large multi-branch/multi-entity setup (Education, Services, or MNC preferred).</b></p>
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