Manager - Accounts & Taxation

About the Role :

We are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant with 4–5 years of post-qualification experience to join our finance team as Manager – Accounts & Taxation. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in managing the company's accounting, direct and indirect taxation, statutory compliances, and financial reporting functions. This position demands a thorough understanding of Indian tax laws, international taxation, transfer pricing regulations, and corporate governance under the Companies Act, 2013.

Key Responsibilities

GST Compliance & Management

• End-to-end overview and management of Goods & Services Tax (GST) compliance including timely filing of GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, and GSTR-9C.

• Reconciliation of GST returns with books of accounts, input tax credit (ITC) verification, and resolution of mismatches.

• Handling GST assessments, audits, notices, and departmental communications.

• Advisory on GST applicability on new business transactions and structuring.

Income Tax Compliance

• Overseeing computation of advance tax, TDS/TCS compliances, and timely filing of income tax returns.

• Management of tax assessments, appeals, rectifications, and responses to notices under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

• Tax planning and advisory to optimise the company's tax liability within the legal framework.

• Coordination with external tax consultants and auditors for tax audits and transfer pricing audits.

MIS Preparation & Review

• Preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual Management Information System (MIS) reports.

• Variance analysis, budgeting support, and key financial metrics tracking for management decision-making.

• Presentation of financial information, dashboards, and analytical summaries to senior management and the Director – Finance.

Agreements Review

• Review of commercial agreements, vendor contracts, service-level agreements, and inter-company arrangements from a finance, tax, and compliance perspective.

• Identification of financial risks, tax implications, and regulatory obligations arising out of contractual terms.

Payroll Overview & Labour Law Compliances

• Overview and verification of monthly payroll processing, including salary structuring, statutory deductions (PF, ESI, PT, LWF), and full & final settlements.

• Ensuring compliance with applicable labour laws including the Employees Provident Fund Act, ESI Act, Payment of Bonus Act, Payment of Gratuity Act, and related statutes.

• Coordination with HR for payroll-related queries and annual returns filing.

Accounting Review & Ledger Scrutiny

• Comprehensive review of books of accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to applicable Accounting Standards (Ind AS / Indian GAAP).

• Periodic ledger scrutiny, bank reconciliations, inter-company reconciliations, and balance confirmations.

• Identification and resolution of accounting discrepancies, journal entry reviews, and month-end/year-end closing activities.

Audit & Due Diligence Support

• Supporting statutory auditors during annual audits by providing schedules, working papers, and required documentation in a timely manner.

• Assisting in internal audit processes, addressing audit observations, and ensuring implementation of corrective actions.

• Providing support during financial, tax, and legal due diligence exercises undertaken by the company or external parties.

• Preparation and review of due diligence data rooms, information memoranda, and responses to due diligence questionnaires.

• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to collate and verify data required for due diligence and audit purposes.

International Tax & Transfer Pricing (With the support of external consultants)

• Overview of international tax implications on cross-border transactions, withholding tax obligations, and DTAA applicability.

• Assistance in preparation and review of transfer pricing documentation, benchmarking analysis, and Form 3CEB certification.

• Ensuring compliance with FEMA regulations and RBI guidelines for international remittances.

Companies Act & ROC Compliances (With the support of external consultants)

• Ensuring timely compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, including filing of annual returns, board resolutions, and statutory forms with the Registrar of Companies (ROC).

• Coordination with the Company Secretary for board meeting compliances, director related filings, and charge-related registrations.

• Maintaining statutory registers and records as required under the Act.

Team Management

• Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of accounts and finance executives.

• Delegation of work, performance monitoring, knowledge sharing, and development of team capabilities.

• Ensuring adherence to internal controls, SOPs, and timelines across all deliverables.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of Accounting, GST, Income Tax, International Taxation, and Transfer Pricing.

• Thorough understanding of the Companies Act, 2013, and ROC compliance framework.

• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally) and advanced MS Excel skills.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial data to senior leadership.

• High attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

• Proactive, self-driven, and capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.

• Prior experience in handling statutory and internal audits is preferred.