Manager - Finance & Accounts - CA

Description: We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with a strong background in Financial Reporting,taxation and compliance to oversee the tax compliance functions of our group companies. The idealcandidate will ensure timely and accurate tax filings, provide strategic tax planning, manage audits, andmitigate tax risks, thereby enhancing the overall financial compliance of the organization.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Audit & Financial Reporting:

- Coordinate and oversee statutory audits, tax audits, and transfer pricing (TP) audits.

- Ensure timely preparation and submission of financial reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Review financial statements, audit schedules, and reconciliation statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Liaise with external auditors, advisors, and tax authorities to facilitate smooth audit processes.

- Implement best practices in financial reporting to enhance transparency and compliance.

2. Taxation & Compliance:

- Manage direct and indirect tax compliance, including income tax, GST, and TDS.

- Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, GST filings, TDS returns, and other statutory submissions.

- Identify and mitigate tax risks while ensuring adherence to all applicable tax laws.

- Monitor tax provisions and ensure accurate tax accounting.

- Provide innovative tax planning strategies and ensure proper tax optimization for the company.

- Handle tax assessments, inquiries, and responses to tax authorities.

3. ROC & Regulatory Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with ROC regulations as per the Companies Act, 2013.

- Oversee timely filing of ROC forms, annual returns, and other statutory documents.

- Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of company records as per legal requirements.

- Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure company compliance with all legal requirements.

4. Process Automation & SOP Development:

- Identify opportunities for process automation to enhance efficiency and reduce manual efforts.

- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for finance, taxation, and compliance functions.

- Guide and train the team on newly established SOPs to ensure standardized workflows and best practices.

- Leverage technology to improve reporting, audit tracking, and compliance management.

- Continuously review and enhance processes to align with evolving business and regulatory requirements.

Educational Qualifications and experience:

Minimum: CA finalist/ CA

Experience: 3-4 years of practical working knowledge in Direct & Indirect Tax Laws, Corporate Laws, FEMA, Audit, and other regulatory compliances.