Manager - Finance & Accounts

The Manager - Finance & Accounts will lead all aspects of financial reporting, compliance, fixed assets management, and operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to accounting standards (IGAAP, IND AS, IFRS). The role involves overseeing month-end/year-end closing, audits, GST compliance, vendor management, COGS control, and financial analysis to drive strategic decision-making. The incumbent will mentor and manage the finance team while ensuring regulatory compliance across all financial operations.

1. Financial Reporting & Closing:

- Oversee month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements

- Prepare and analyse financial reports (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow) for management

- Lead preparation of BI Cube reports, Anaplan, and CBCR reports for compliance

2. Fixed Assets Management:

- Maintain complete fixed assets register including additions, disposals and depreciation

- Ensure proper capitalization of assets and reconciliation with physical verification

- Coordinate insurance coverage for fixed assets and manage claims process

- Implement and monitor internal controls for fixed assets safeguarding

3. GST Compliance & Filing:

- Oversee accurate GST computation and timely filing of returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9)

- Ensure proper reconciliation of GST input credit with books of accounts

- Handle GST audits and respond to departmental notices/queries

- Keep updated on GST law changes and implement necessary process adjustments

4. COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) Control:

- Supervise accurate COGS booking and reconciliation

- Monitor purchase transactions and validate cost accruals

- Align COGS reporting with procurement and inventory teams

5. Audit & Statutory Compliance:

- Lead Statutory, Tax, Internal and J-SOX audits

- Ensure compliance with TDS, PF, RBI and other regulations

- Coordinate with auditors and resolve queries promptly

6. Accounts Payable & Vendor Management:

- Supervise vendor payments and optimize cash flow

- Ensure accurate invoice processing and payment timeliness

7. Team Leadership:

- Manage and mentor finance team of 3-5 members

- Conduct performance reviews and skill development

- Ensure proper task allocation and workflow management

8. Process Improvement:

- Identify and implement automation opportunities

- Streamline financial processes and controls