AVP/Sr Finance Manager

AVP/Sr Finance Manager

Role Summary

The incumbent will be part of the India Finance team and will be responsible for managing

the Finance & Accounting function, ensuring Statutory compliance, Controllership, Treasury

management, Financial reporting, Taxation (Direct, Indirect), Audit, Internal controls, and

business partnering activities.

The role requires a hands-on finance professional with strong expertise in Indian accounting

standards, Audit Standards, IGAAP, IAS, taxation, treasury operations, risk management,

ICFR compliance, and Internal & Stat audit governance.

Accounting, Financial Reporting

 Drive month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities, ensuring completeness,

accuracy, and compliance with corporate reporting timelines.

 Review P&L trends and provide insightful variance analysis and management commentary to

leadership.

 Perform detailed Balance Sheet reconciliations and ensure resolution of outstanding items.

 Regular Trial Balance Review/Monitoring, Ensure accuracy and completeness of Financial

Statements, same compliant with Audit standards.

 Ensure intercompany reconciliations, settlements, and confirmations are completed in a timely

manner.

 Prepare and present timely, accurate, and complete financial statements in compliance with

Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), IGAAP, and group reporting requirements.

 Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of Trial Balance, General Ledger, Balance

Sheet, and Profit & Loss accounts.

Treasury & Cash Management

 Interface with banks and internal stakeholders for banking operations, foreign exchange

requirements, and funding arrangements, deposits

 Manage treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working

capital management.

 Ensure adequate funding for business operations through effective cash management

practices.

 Ensure compliance with RBI, FEMA, and banking regulations applicable to treasury

transactions.

Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing

 Ensure compliance with Indian direct tax laws and regulations.

 Review and oversee preparation of corporate income tax returns, advance tax computations,

TDS compliance, and tax audits.

 Manage Transfer Pricing documentation, policies, benchmarking studies, and statutory filings.

 Coordinate with external consultants and tax authorities on assessments, notices, and litigation

matters.

 Identify tax planning opportunities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Indirect Tax (GST)

 Oversee GST compliance including preparation, review, reconciliation, and filing of GST

returns.

 Ensure GST reconciliations between books, returns, and GST portal records.

 Handle GST audits, assessments, notices, ITC reviews, refunds, and RCM compliance.

 Liaise with tax consultants and authorities for dispute resolution and compliance matters.

Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing

 Ensure compliance with Indian tax laws and regulations.

 Review Support and oversee preparation of corporate income tax returns, advance tax

computations, TDS compliance, and tax audits.

 Manage Transfer Pricing documentation, policies, benchmarking studies, and statutory filings.

 Co-ordinate with Regional/Global tax team or tax advisory team for tax queries resolution and

reply on notices.

Audit Management

 Support/ Lead statutory, tax, internal, and group audits ensuring timely closure without

significant audit findings.

 Coordinate with external auditors, internal auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.

 Ensure audit readiness through proper documentation, reconciliations, and compliance

monitoring.

 Drive closure of audit observations and implementation of corrective action plans.

 Monitor audit compliance status and periodically update management on key findings and

mitigation plans.

Internal Audit & ICFR

 Partner with internal audit teams to evaluate business processes, identify control gaps, and

mitigate operational risks.

 Develop and implement remediation plans for audit observations.

 Conduct periodic risk assessments and ensure adequate financial and operational controls are

maintained.

 Design, implement, review, and maintain an effective Internal Financial Controls framework in

compliance with Companies Act requirements and group policies.

 Periodically assess effectiveness of key financial controls and ensure timely remediation of

identified deficiencies.

 Coordinate management testing and external auditor reviews of ICFR controls.

 Ensure documentation of process narratives, risk-control matrices (RCMs), and control

evidence.

 Drive continuous enhancement of financial control effectiveness and process standardization.

Compliance & Governance

 Ensure compliance with Companies Act, FEMA, RBI regulations, accounting standards,

taxation laws, and group policies.

 Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial

information.

 Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and assess business impact.

 Support corporate secretarial, regulatory, and compliance-related activities as required.

Team Leadership

 Lead and mentor finance team members.

 Drive capability building, succession planning, and performance management.

 Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and stakeholder collaboration.

Profile : 

Qualification

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

Additional qualifications such as Diploma in IFRS would be an advantage.

Experience

 8–10 years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounting, preferably in a

GCC Setup (multinational organization).

 Strong experience in:

o Financial reporting and controllership

o Finalization of financial statements

o Direct and indirect taxation

o Treasury and cash management

o Statutory and internal audits

o ICFR/SOX/Internal Controls

o Transfer pricing and regulatory compliance

o Business partnering and financial planning

Technical Skills

 Strong knowledge of Ind AS, IFRS, IGAAP, and Companies Act provisions.

 In-depth understanding of Indian Direct Tax, GST, FEMA, and RBI regulations.

 Experience with ERP systems such as Workday Financials or equivalent.

 Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.

 Experience in handling audits, compliance reviews, and internal control frameworks.

Key Competencies

 Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

 Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.

 High attention to detail and ownership mindset.

 Strong communication and presentation skills.

 Ability to operate in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.

 Proven ability to partner with senior leadership and drive business outcomes.