Assistant Manager Accounts Receivable & Business Finance

About the Position

Assistant Manager Accounts Receivable & Business Finance

Finance, Bengaluru, India

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

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Your Mission

Reports to: Lead Business Finance

Location: Bengaluru

Position Summary: We are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant to join our Finance team, with exposure across Accounts Receivable / Order-to-Cash and Business Finance.

The role will provide an opportunity to work closely with multiple business functions and gain exposure to financial planning, reporting, controllership, commercial finance, and operational finance in a B2C and B2B environment.

Depending on the candidate's strengths and business requirements, the role may have a stronger focus on either Accounts Receivable or Business Finance.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end Order-to-Cash and Accounts Receivable processes across B2C and B2B channels.
• Monitor receivables, reconciliations, collections, ageing, and resolution of open items.
• Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closure activities.
• Support preparation and analysis of P&L, management reports, and financial performance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Analyze key business and financial KPIs and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Partner with Sales, Commercial, Operations, and other functions on finance-related matters.
• Support statutory, internal, external, and group audit requirements.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardization, and automation within Finance.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant.
• 0 - 2 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting, financial statements, and basic financial controls.
• Understanding or exposure to Accounts Receivable, Order-to-Cash, FP&A, or Business Finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Exposure to SAP, Power BI, or similar tools would be an advantage.
• Good communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong ownership mindset and willingness to learn in a fast-paced business environment.

Organizational Relationships

Key Internal Stakeholders:

• Finance & Accounting
• Sales & Commercial
• Supply Chain & Operations
• Treasury
• Tax

Key External Stakeholders:

• Statutory and Internal Auditors
• Customers / Business Partners, where relevant
• Banks, payment partners, and service providers, where applicable
• Group / Global Finance teams

Our Principles

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people - with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

About the Company

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

Thrive in India

Welcome to Bangalore, India, one of the liveliest places in the world. With its lively mix of nationalities, PUMA feels right at home.

Join PUMA Finance

Shape the base of any team by becoming a trusted player and business partner. By communicating and collaborating with other departments, PUMA Finance is involved in shaping the most fundamental processes and supporting strategic decision making.

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