Job Information
- Date Opened 12/22/2025
- Job Type Permanent
- Industry Others
- Work Experience 10-15 years
- City Chennai
- State/Province Tamil Nadu
- Country India
- Zip/Postal Code 600096
Position TitleFinance Manager (Chartered Accountant)LocationChennai, India (Headquarters) – with oversight of multiple branch offices across IndiaReporting ToManaging Director
Company Overview
We are an Engineering and Technology company headquartered in Chennai with diversified operations across:
- Product distribution
- Manufacturing
- Software services
The company has multiple branches across India and is actively engaged in domestic and international trade, including significant import and export transactions.
Position Summary
- The Finance Manager will be responsible for end-to-end financial management of the organization, including accounting, financial planning, statutory and regulatory compliances, taxation, audits, and support to management in strategic and operational decision-making. The role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong hands-on experience in multi-entity, multi-location operations and exposure to manufacturing, services, and international trade.
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
- Statutory, Regulatory & Tax Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including:
- Income Tax Act
- GST (including multi-state registrations)
- Companies Act, 2013
- FEMA regulations (imports, exports, foreign remittances)
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Ensure timely collections, vendor payments, and reconciliation of accounts.
- 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.
- Import–Export & 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.
- Track export incentives, duty drawbacks, and related claims.
- Business Support & Strategic Advisory
- Partner with business heads to support pricing, contracts, and commercial negotiations.
- Evaluate financial viability of new projects, investments, and expansions.
- Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, or strategic alliances if required.
- Assist in system improvements, ERP implementation, and process automation.
Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capability.
Requirements
Skills & Competencies
- Strong accounting, analytical, and financial management skills.
- Sound knowledge of Indian statutory and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to handle multiple business verticals and branches.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (Tally, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and MS Excel.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High integrity, attention to detail, and ownership mindset.
- Ability to work independently and closely with top management.
Key Attributes
- Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
- Hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing, dynamic SME environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to branch locations.
Benefits
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