Assistant Manager - Finance

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Assistant Manager - Finance to manage end-to-end finance operations, accounting, taxation, statutory compliance, and financial reporting.

The role requires strong expertise in Indian taxation, regulatory compliance, transfer pricing, financial consolidation, and international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:

- Manage end-to-end Indian direct and indirect tax compliance, including GST, TDS, corporate income tax, and advance tax.

- Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

- Monitor tax risks, manage assessments and notices, and coordinate with external tax advisors.

- Maintain compliance calendars and strengthen tax controls.

2. Financial Reporting & Accounting:

- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP and IFRS, as applicable.

- Handle group consolidation, intercompany reconciliations, and financial reporting.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, Companies Act requirements, and internal financial controls.

- Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and audit trails.

3. Payroll & Employee Compliance:

- Oversee payroll accounting, statutory deductions, reconciliations, and related filings.

- Ensure compliance with applicable Indian labour and employment regulations.

- Coordinate with HR teams, payroll vendors, and external consultants.

- Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary compliance measures.

4. Transfer Pricing Compliance:

- Manage transfer pricing compliance for cross-border and related-party transactions.

- Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation in line with Indian regulations and OECD guidelines.

- Coordinate benchmarking studies, intercompany agreements, and pricing policies.

- Liaise with auditors and tax advisors for transfer pricing assessments and reporting requirements.

5. Audit & Internal Controls:

- Lead statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and regulatory reviews.

- Coordinate with auditors, banks, tax authorities, and external consultants.

- Identify and address audit observations, control gaps, and compliance risks.

- Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and risk management processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.

- 5 - 10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, taxation, and compliance.

- Strong knowledge of Indian taxation laws, RBI regulations, and Indian GAAP/IFRS.

- Experience in financial consolidation, transfer pricing, payroll compliance, and statutory audits.

- Exposure to international accounting and cross-border transactions.

- Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Attributes:

- Strong ownership of finance operations and regulatory compliance.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, international business environment.

- Excellent problem-solving and financial analysis skills.

- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.

- High attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.