Manager Taxation & Financial Accounting

We are currently looking to close a Manager Taxation & Financial Accounting position with the topmost FMCG Conglomerate in India. The position is based in New Delhi.

Company Profile :

Our client is the topmost FMCG Groups of India and is an integrated and diversified group. With a market capitalisation of over US $ 20 billion and a turnover of US $ 5.0 billion, it is Rated among the Leading Companies by international publications. It has a very diversified product portfolio including Foods, confectionary, personal care, haircare, household care segments and a portfolio of strong brands and leading market shares in all product categories. It employs the best talent in India and is one of the best FMCG employers to work for. It is constantly rated as the best cos to work for in India.

Role Purpose:

The role holder is responsible for managing and overseeing Taxation operations along with some Financial reporting oversee for the Group Companies and play a key role in ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance- Both DT & IDT (Preferably DT) and strategic financial planning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting and Income Tax Compliance:

- Supervision of Income Tax Compliance and GST Compliance.

- Reponsible for Income tax Assessments, Litigations and Liasioning with Consultants

- Supervision in periodic financial closing, including supervision/preparation of P&L, balance sheet, and other financial reports.

- Supervision of day-to-day Banking and Accounting operations of the Multiple Companies

- Working and Expert Knowledge of Multiple accounting software such as Oracle, Tally etc.

- Oversee the complete financial reporting for few Group Companies

- Monitor changes in tax regulations and advise the team on their impact on business operations

- Preparation of Monthly Direct Tax tracker for the top management and Audit Committee.

- Internal process improvement and drafting of revised SOPs for the improvement in the Accounting processes

- Cash Flow Management on need basis.

- Budgeting and Monthly Profit Analysis

- Financial Risks and Control Management

- Liaise with auditors, tax consultants and regulatory bodies, ensuring all financial practices are complying

- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support cross-border functional initiatives.

2. GST Compliance & Taxation:

- Supervise and file all statutory GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9C)

- Conduct GST input tax credit (ITC) reconciliation with GSTR-2A/2B and books.

- Assist in managing GST audits, assessments, and responding to departmental queries and notices.

- Maintain documentation for GST refunds, letters of undertaking (LUT), and advance rulings

- Post GST-related journal entries in accounting systems (output GST, ITC, RCM)

- Reconcile GST payable and receivable accounts with return filings

- Analyze the impact of GST on revenue, procurement, and vendor payments

Critical Skills & Experience Required:

- Must be a Chartered Accountant

- Minimum 6-8 years of relevant experience in finance or Taxation with Big 4s/top tier firms or Industry

- Minimum industry experience of 2 years

- Understanding of Income tax Laws, GST law, rules, and latest notifications/circulars

- Knowledge of Indian tax laws, Companies Act, and accounting standards (Ind AS) can be added advantage.

- Excellent in MS Excel (lookups, pivots, reconciliations)

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and good communication skills

Location: New Delhi