Manager- Finance & Accounts

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional to join our growing Finance team. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a solid grasp of P&L understanding, excellent Excel skills, and a flexible, problem-solving mindset. Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced environment is a significant plus.

This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounting functions, tax and statutory compliance (including GST, TDS, and Transfer Pricing), financial reporting, and supporting internal/external audits. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage ad-hoc reporting requests are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Maintain accurate books of accounts in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities including journal entries, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure proper ledger scrutiny and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Support in preparing and analyzing Profit & Loss statements and other financial reports.

Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of statutory returns (GST, TDS, etc.).
• Assist in Transfer Pricing documentation and compliance as required.
• Liaise with tax consultants for assessments, notices, and audits.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and accounting standards.

Financial Reporting & Audit Support

• Prepare schedules, documentation, and reconciliations for internal and external audits.
• Assist in preparation of MIS reports and management dashboards.
• Handle ad-hoc reporting requirements as requested by management or investors.

Qualifications & Skills

• CA (Qualified) / CA Inter / CA Dropout with relevant hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, taxation, and compliance.
• Prior experience or exposure to Transfer Pricing (TP) is a plus.
• Proficient in Tally and Microsoft Excel (Advanced Excel skills are a must).
• Exposure to tools like Zoho, QuickBooks, or SAP is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Startup experience is highly desirable.

Attitude & Soft Skills

• High attention to detail and ownership mindset.
• Strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and adapt to changing priorities.