Sr. Executive/ Asst. Manager - Accounts & Taxation

Designation: Sr. Executive / Assistant Manager Accounts & Taxation
Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Industry: Manufacturing
Qualification: B.Com. / Commerce Graduate (Mandatory)
Experience: 7–15 years of relevant experience
CTC Budget: 5–8 LPA

Job Objective

To manage the company's direct and indirect tax compliance, statutory filings, income tax returns, and investment-related documentation. The role requires sound knowledge of GST, TDS, income tax, and financial compliance, preferably gained in a manufacturing organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. GST Compliance

• Prepare, review, and file GST returns, including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and other applicable returns.
• Reconcile GST input tax credit (ITC) with purchase registers, books of accounts, and GSTR-2B.
• Monitor GST payments, notices, assessments, and departmental queries.
• Ensure timely compliance with applicable GST laws and statutory deadlines.

2. TDS and Income Tax Compliance

• Calculate, deduct, deposit, and reconcile TDS as per applicable provisions.
• Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns and manage TDS certificates.
• Prepare and coordinate the filing of company income tax returns (ITR).
• Assist in advance tax calculations, tax audits, assessments, and responses to income tax notices.
• Maintain tax records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

3. Investment and Treasury Management

• Monitor and maintain records of the company's investments in mutual funds, shares, fixed deposits, and other approved financial instruments.
• Track investment transactions, maturity dates, dividend income, interest income, and portfolio performance.
• Coordinate with banks, brokers, asset management companies (AMCs), and financial institutions.
• Maintain investment statements, transaction records, and supporting documents for accounting and audit purposes.
• Assist management in investment reporting, fund allocation tracking, and financial planning.
• Ensure appropriate accounting, reconciliation, and compliance documentation for investment activities.

4. Share Market and Investment-Related Filings

• Coordinate applicable statutory, tax, and regulatory filings relating to the company's investments.
• Maintain records of share transactions, capital gains, dividend income, and related tax documentation.
• Reconcile demat, broker, bank, and investment statements with the books of accounts.
• Coordinate with external consultants and financial institutions for applicable compliance requirements.

5. Accounting and Audit Support

• Maintain accurate accounting records, ledgers, and tax-related schedules.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Coordinate with internal auditors, statutory auditors, tax consultants, and other external agencies.
• Prepare MIS reports and periodic statements relating to taxation and investments.
• Support internal controls, documentation, and process improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of GST, TDS, and corporate income tax compliance.
• Practical experience in filing GST returns, TDS returns, and income tax returns.
• Knowledge of mutual funds, equity investments, capital gains, and investment accounting.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, documentation, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple compliance deadlines independently.

Educational Qualification

• Mandatory: B.Com. or equivalent Commerce background.
• Additional qualifications such as M.Com., CA Inter, or relevant taxation certifications will be an advantage.

Experience Requirements

• Relevant experience in Accounts, Taxation, and Statutory Compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization is preferred.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in company investments, mutual funds, and equity-related accounting and compliance will be preferred.