Finance Controller - CA, Manufacturing

About Company

The company operates in the industrial manufacturing sector, specializing in engineered metal castings for infrastructure, automotive, and heavy engineering applications.

Job Description

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Lead the accounting function and ensure timely and accurate closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements
• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS / Companies Act)
• Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors for audit completion and issue resolution
• Periodical review of ledger accounts and taking necessary actions

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including - Income Tax, GST, TDS, DGFT, Customs and Other related regulatory obligations.
• Liaise with tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory bodies as required
• Implement and monitor effective internal control framework and financial policies, including:
  • Delegation of Authority matrix
  • Internal control for financial reporting
  • SOPs and policies
  • Statutory compliance processes and tools
• Provide timely response to tax and other notices
• Timely close all Advance Licenses and EPCG licenses
• Comply with necessary regulatory obligations
• Manage Board agenda items and Board certification relating to Finance & Accounts in close coordination with the Company Secretary

Banking & Treasury

• Manage long-term borrowings
• Manage working capital limits
• Handle credit rating
• Manage surplus fund investments

Systems, Processes & Team Management

• Strengthen accounting systems, ERP processes, and automation initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations and reporting efficiency
• Provide guidance and leadership to the Accounts and Finance team
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts team to enhance capability and performance

Direct and Indirect Tax Compliances

Direct Tax (Income Tax):

• Filing annual income tax returns
• Filing periodic TDS returns
• Handling tax audits
• Managing scrutiny assessments
• Managing appeals

Indirect Tax (VAT / GST etc.):

• Ensuring compliance
• Tax planning to ensure tax optimization

Corporate Development

• Review accounting policies, governance framework, and tax & banking related pointers of the target company
• Review DD outcomes and work out an addressal plan with the deal team and advisors
• Drive post-acquisition integration plan in:
  • Accounting
  • Governance framework
  • Banking
  • Taxation

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, taxation, and statutory compliances
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and coordination ability across departments
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting software

Candidate Requirements

• CA with 7-10 years of experience

Mandatory Requirement

Primary Job Profile : Finance Head/ CFO

Technical Skills : Finance Control, Finance strategy, SOP/ Process documentation

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