Assistant Finance Manager

You will be joining AGN Gold & Diamonds, a first-generation jewellery business based in Puthenpally, Thrissur, Kerala, established in 2020. As a CA Intermediate, you will play a crucial role in the finance and accounting functions, contributing to our digital scale-up journey. Your responsibilities will include: - **Day-to-Day Accounting & Reporting** - Oversee accurate entry of daily accounting and stock transactions. - Ensure completion and verification of daily closing reports. - Manage month-end closings and prepare financial statements up to balance sheet level. - **Financial Compliance & Taxation** - Ensure compliance with financial laws, including GST, TDS, and other tax regulations. - Manage filings for GST, TDS, PF/ESI, Professional Tax, and personal tax returns. - Stay updated with changing financial regulations and implement necessary updates. - **Systematizing Accounting Practices** - Assess and improve current accounting systems and workflows. - Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting. - Train and guide the accounting team to follow improved processes. - **Client & Vendor Relationship Management** - Maintain financial integrity in all client and vendor communications. - Manage purchase and sourcing documentation with accuracy. - Maintain a comprehensive vendor/stakeholder database, including cross-border partners. - **Financial Reporting & Auditing** - Consolidate financial reports for the retail showroom (Thrissur) and manufacturing unit (Coimbatore). - Coordinate and support internal and statutory audits. - **Strategic Financial Planning** - Develop financial strategies aligned with the company's growth goals. - Collaborate with management and cross-functional teams to enhance performance and efficiency. - Take ownership of e-commerce financial transactions. **Preferred Skills & Qualifications** - **Experience:** 1-3 years in a similar finance or accounting role, preferably in the jewellery, retail, wholesale, or e-commerce sector. - **Qualification:** CA Intermediate / Masters in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting. - **Expertise:** Strong knowledge of financial compliance, taxation, and reporting standards. - **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, Zoho Books, ERP systems). - **Languages:** English, Hindi, and Tamil preferred. - **Communication:** Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. - **Travel:** Willingness to travel within India (up to three times a year). Join us for the opportunity to be part of a growing and forward-thinking jewellery brand, lead finance functions, shape digital transformation, and work in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment with a competitive salary and performance-based benefits.,