Assistant Manager Finance & Taxation

Assistant Manager Finance & Taxation

Location: Kolkata

Company: Orion Edutech (P) Ltd

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to join our Finance team as Assistant Manager – Finance & Taxation. This is an excellent opportunity for freshly qualified Chartered Accountants (CA) or Cost Accountants (CMA) who are eager to gain comprehensive exposure to corporate finance, taxation, audit, and compliance functions in a fast-growing organization.

The role is designed to provide hands-on learning and career development under the guidance of experienced professionals, making it an ideal platform for freshers to build a strong foundation in the finance domain.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting: Assist in preparation and finalization of standalone and consolidated financial statements as per statutory requirements.

Taxation: Handle direct and indirect tax matters – including computation, return filing, reconciliations, and assisting in tax audits.

Audit & Compliance: Support in statutory audits, internal audits, tax assessments, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Budgeting & MIS: Contribute to preparation of budgets, forecasts, management information systems (MIS) reports, and perform variance analysis.

Accounting & Controls: Ensure accuracy of accounting entries, reconciliations, and adherence to internal controls and company policies.

Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with auditors, consultants, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders for smooth closure of financial and compliance activities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Accountant (CMA) – Qualified or in final stage.

Experience: Freshers are encouraged to apply. (Prior articleship/internship in taxation, audit, or finance will be considered an advantage).

Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in MS Excel, Tally/ERP, and accounting tools.

Working knowledge of Income Tax, GST, and Corporate Law preferred.

Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Exposure: End-to-end involvement in finance, accounts, and taxation functions.

Mentorship: Guidance and learning from experienced Chartered Accountants and senior finance professionals.

Career Growth: Structured growth path with opportunities to take on larger responsibilities.

Culture: A collaborative and learning-oriented work environment.

Compensation: Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives and benefits.