Chartered Accountant

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chartered Accountant to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will lead and manage internal audits, ensure compliance with income tax regulations, oversee IFC (Internal Financial Controls) audits, drive ERP implementation, and play a critical role in financial controllership functions. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute across multiple financial domains in a growing and compliant organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit

• Lead and execute internal audit assignments across various business functions.
• Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and recommend improvements.
• Work with process owners to implement audit recommendations and track closure.

Income Tax and Regulatory Assessments

• Handle income tax assessments, scrutiny cases, and departmental queries.
• Liaise with external consultants and tax authorities as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of returns, TDS compliances, and advance tax calculations.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax laws and assess impact on business.

Internal Financial Controls (IFC)

• Design and implement Internal Financial Controls in line with statutory requirements (e.g., Companies Act).
• Conduct periodic testing of controls and prepare IFC documentation.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors for control walkthroughs and testing.

Controllership & Financial Reporting

• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (Ind AS).
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Monitor working capital and cost control initiatives.

ERP Implementation & Process Automation

• Lead or support ERP implementation (Oracle).
• Participate in process mapping, gap analysis, UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and training.
• Drive automation initiatives for financial and operational processes.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal/regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain and update finance SOPs and process documentation.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, direct taxation, and internal controls.
• Experience in handling audits and regulatory assessments.
• Understanding of ERP systems and experience in implementation or migration
• projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and process orientation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory
• Additional certifications (CIA, CISA, DISA, etc.) would be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (Oracle)