Finance Manager (Chartered Accountant)

Role: Finance Manager (Chartered Accountant)
Job Location: Chennai Mode of work: WFO Experience: 8+ YearsKey Responsibilities1. Financial Accounting & Reporting•      Oversee and manage complete books of accounts for the company and its branches.•      Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.•      Consolidation of accounts across multiple business verticals and locations.•      Maintain robust internal controls and accounting processes.•      Monitor cost structures, margins, and profitability across business lines.2. Statutory, Regulatory & Tax Compliance•      Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including:o  Income Tax Acto  GST (including multi-state registrations)o  Companies Act, 2013o  FEMA regulations (imports, exports, foreign remittances)o  Customs•      Timely filing of GST returns, income tax returns, TDS/TCS, ROC filings, and other statutory returns.•      Liaison with statutory authorities, auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory bodies.3. Audit & Risk Management•      Coordinate and manage statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and cost audits (if applicable).•      Address audit observations and implement corrective actions.•      Identify financial, compliance, and operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.4. Treasury, Banking & Cash Flow Management•      Manage cash flows, working capital, and fund utilization.•      Handle banking relationships, including credit facilities, LC/BG, packing credit, and export finance.•      Oversee forex transactions, hedging strategies, and exchange risk management.5. Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS•      Prepare budgets, periodic forecasts, and variance analysis.•      Develop and present MIS reports to the MD and senior management.•      Provide actionable insights on financial performance, cost optimization, and growth opportunities.6. ImportExport & International Trade Finance•      Manage accounting and compliance related to imports and exports.•      Ensure proper documentation for customs, DGFT, and FEMA compliance.•      Coordinate with logistics partners, CHA, banks, and export incentive authorities.Qualifications & Experience•      Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory.•      8–15 years of relevant post-qualification experience (flexible based on competence).•      Prior experience in engineering, manufacturing, technology, or trading companies preferred.•      Strong exposure to GST, direct taxation, and multi-location operations.•      Hands-on experience in import/export accounting and FEMA compliance.•      Experience working in an SME or mid-sized organization is highly desirable.