A. Financial Management & Reporting

- Oversee preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with RBI guidelines and accounting standards (Ind AS/IFRS)

- Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting

- Manage statutory and regulatory reporting requirements including RBI returns, GST filings, and other compliance obligations

- Develop and maintain comprehensive financial analysis and management reporting frameworks

- Coordinate with external auditors and ensure smooth audit processes

B. Strategic Financial Planning

- Collaborate with the Business team on the annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes

- Provide strategic financial insights to senior management and board of directors

- Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations for business improvement

- Support business development initiatives with financial modeling and feasibility analysis

- Oversee capital adequacy planning and regulatory capital management

C. Taxation & Compliance

- Lead comprehensive tax planning and strategy for direct and indirect taxes

- Oversee GST compliance, return filings, and input tax credit optimization

- Manage income tax computations, advance tax payments, and TDS/TCS compliance

- Handle tax assessments, appeals, and liaison with tax authorities

- Ensure compliance with withholding tax requirements on various financial products

- Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on business operations

- Coordinate with tax consultants and manage transfer pricing documentation

- Implement tax technology solutions for automated compliance and reporting

D. Risk Management & Compliance

- Establish and maintain robust internal controls and risk management frameworks

- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including RBI norms, Companies Act, and other applicable regulations

- Monitor and manage credit risk, operational risk, and market risk exposures (internal financial controls).

- Implement and oversee fraud prevention and detection mechanisms

- Coordinate with risk management and compliance teams

E. Technology Integration & Process Innovation

- Spearhead digital transformation initiatives in finance and accounting functions

- Evaluate, implement, and optimize financial systems, ERP solutions, and automation tools

- Drive process reengineering to eliminate manual interventions and enhance accuracy

- Develop and implement automated reconciliation processes and controls

F. Team Leadership & Development

- Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation

- Drive performance management and succession planning within the finance function

- Collaborate e6ectively with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technology, Risk, and Audit

- Champion change management initiatives and ensure smooth adoption of new processes and technologies