Assistant Manager - Accounts & Taxation

Role & responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements.
• Present financial performance reports to the CEO and Board.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity and working capital.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee preparation and finalization of financial statements in compliance with accounting

standards.

• Ensure accuracy in general ledger, reconciliations and month-end/year-end closing.
• Monitor accounts payable/receivable and cash flow management.
• Implement internal controls and strengthen audit readiness.

Taxation & Compliance

• Manage direct and indirect tax matters (Income Tax, GST, TDS, etc.).
• Ensure timely filing of tax returns and statutory reports.
• Liaise with tax authorities, auditors and consultants for assessments and audits.
• Develop tax strategies to optimize liabilities while ensuring compliance.

Leadership & Strategy

• Mentor the Accounts & Taxation team.
• Collaborate with business units to provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Support HOD-Accounts in budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning.
• Drive automation and digital transformation in accounting processes.

Regulatory & Governance

• Ensure compliance with RBI, SEBI and other financial services regulations.
• Maintain accurate records for inspections and regulatory audits.
• Advise management on changes in tax laws and accounting standards

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (CA).

• 2+ years of experience in accounting and taxation, preferably in financial services.

• Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards and tax laws.

• Experience in handling audits, tax assessments and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.

• Integrity and ethical conduct.

• Analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Decision-making under pressure.