Finance Manager

The Company

MS is a premier corporate and professional services firm with a strong presence in DIFC, ADGM, DMCC, QFC, and India. With a multidisciplinary team and deep regional expertise, we serve private clients, corporates, and institutions looking to establish, grow, and thrive across the Gulf and beyond.

Our integrated services including business setup, advisory, tax, accounting, market entry, and executive search help businesses navigate complexity and drive strategic growth. At MS, you'll work in a dynamic environment that blends strategy, innovation, and global thinking.

Finance Manager

Job Location: Kinfra Techno Industrial Park, Kakkanchery, near Calicut University

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Record Maintenance

• Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of financial records using advanced accounting systems.
• Uphold financial data integrity in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.

2. Accounts Management

• Supervise revenue and expense accounts, including bank and cash transaction reconciliations.
• Review, prepare, and finalize financial statements and reports within specified deadlines.

3. Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Oversee preparation and filing of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax (CT) returns as per legal requirements.
• Ensure timely compliance with GST, TDS, EPF, ESI, and other statutory obligations in India.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of applicable local and international compliance frameworks.

4. Payroll Accounting

• Manage payroll accounting, including computation of employee salaries, statutory deductions, and benefits.
• Ensure precise reflection of payroll in financial statements and systems.

5. Invoicing & Billing

• Oversee end-to-end invoicing and billing procedures to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate with operations and client servicing teams to maintain seamless financial operations.

6. Month-End & Year-End Closures

• Lead monthly and annual closing processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and audit preparations.
• Ensure financial data completeness, accuracy, and readiness for internal/external audits.

7. Cash & Bank Management

• Monitor and control cash and bank transactions.
• Ensure reconciliation, resolve discrepancies, and maintain robust internal controls.

8. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities for automation and workflow optimization within the finance function.
• Drive implementation of best practices and initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and compliance.

9. Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with HR, Operations, and other departments on budgeting, financial planning, and internal policies.
• Support business continuity and decision-making through proactive financial analysis and reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• CA/MBA Finance or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance, preferably across both Indian and UAE regulatory frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax laws, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in accounting softw are (e.g., Zoho Books, Tally, QuickBooks, or ERP systems).
• Experience in payroll, audits, financial reporting, and process improvements.