About Us
Indicia Worldwide is an insight and technology-led communications agency with global production expertise.
Why we exist:
we create new value
At Indicia Worldwide, our philosophy is one of ‘creating new value’. We create new value at every step of the journey that a brand takes to market, by driving an increase in marketing performance and reducing costs in marketing execution. For our clients and their customers, we are building mutually-beneficial partnerships. We see this proposition, built around the perfect balance of efficiency and effectiveness, as pioneering, entrepreneurial and, above all else, sustainable.Our substantial investment in our technology and data science capability, and resource, provide our differentiation in the marketplace. Data insight and marketing technology allow us to measure our work, evidencing ROI as the most critical metric in today’s environment.We see ROI where others don't. We are the only agency that combines creative, data and technology talent with production and procurement expertise to improve your marketing performance and efficiencies. We realise ROI for our clients by enabling them to deliver more engaging, cost-effective and sustainable customer experiences.As a business we draw on a rich heritage from the worlds of print, creative production, retail, data, digital, tech and creative, bringing these disciplines together to support global brands with their omnichannel marketing activation needs.We believe in what we do. We believe this proposition makes us unique. We have the capacity to redefine the way marketing is activated for our clients across the globe. Now, and well into the future.
The output
: Improved client performance by engaging consumers with brand ideas better, faster and more cost-effectively, across every step of a brand's journey to market.
Purpose of the role
Working as part of a broad finance team that incorporates a site-based Finance and business analysis planning function and reporting as well as consolidated financial reporting, internal treasury analysis to our head office. The post holder will be provided partnering opportunities within the various finance functions to identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives. The post holder is expected to be well-versed in the relevant best practice guidelines of the countries they are responsible for.
Most importantly, as part of the team, you will also work collaboratively across several functional areas and act as a trusted partner to the business across the APAC region.
Regional Reporting and Audit
- Responsible for consolidation and monthly regional management reporting. Ensure timely submission of reporting pack to head office.
- Ensure accurate disclosure requirements under IFRS
- Perform monthly analytical reviews and review financial results
- Take ownership of intercompany transaction/balances review and settlement on intercompany balances.
- Reviewing reporting deck as required for management monthly and quarterly meetings
- Assist group audit, internal audit, prepare consolidated financial statements and related workings as per required by auditor
Treasury & Cashflow Management
- Review and monitor daily and weekly cashflow statement APAC
- Analyze fund requirement and manage workomg capital among different entities across APAC via cash pooling/loan agreement/ICO invoices
- Collaborate with banks to manage the requirement of cash pooling
- Monitor FX impact, prepare FX revaluation and monthly FX analysis across APAC
System Management
- Maintenance of the accounting system to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Serve as the Admin user for accounting system
General
- Respond to internal and external queries or requests and provide advice and guidance as required
- Maintain records on the appropriate database
- Support the APAC Finance manager in the review, update, communication of and compliance with relevant Company Policies and procedures
- Periodically review Data Protection regulations to ensure compliance across the organization
- Identify any areas of concern or opportunities
- All other duties assigned as appropriate
Skills, Knowledge, Experience And Exposure
- Business / Accounting / Commerce degree qualified, with majors in accounting or finance desirable
- At least 5 years of fast-paced experience in financial reporting and treasury
- Experience working across sites with multiple stakeholders not always physically visible
- Experience managing high volume workload in a changing environment
- Knowledge of industry and professional best practices and application
- Demonstrable experience in advising various management levels and capacity to plan, lead and negotiate.
- High proficiency in the English language both written and verbal
- Quickly understands business issues, data challenges and reporting/workforce analytical needs.
- Intermediate working knowledge in MS Excel
Mindset to navigate the role
- Able to think critically as well as creatively when addressing problems and solutions
- Ability to identify issues with ease and takes a proactive approach to problem solving
- Displays a willingness to learn and improve the breadth of knowledge across the organisation
Temperament for the role
- A collaborative and commercial work ethic
- Task focused and not easily distracted by politics
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver on tight reporting deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail
Role Requirements
- Hybrid in Malad Mumbai (1-2 days onsite per week).
- Whilst the contracted hours for the role are 9AM to 6PM IST, Mon-Fri, the global nature of the business might require that some meetings and engagements will happen outside of these hours.
We are an equal opportunities employer and as such, will make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of all candidates. If you have any such needs or requirements in the context of your interview, please notify us so that we can make the appropriate arrangements.
