Manager - Finance & Accounts

Role : Manager - Finance & AccountsExperience: 8–10 yearsLocation: Chennai, OnsiteKey responsibilities1. Statutory complianceEnsure timely and accurate GST compliance: GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9/9C, ITC reconciliation with GSTR-2B, e-invoicing and e-way bills.Manage TDS/TCS: deduction, monthly deposits, quarterly returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q), Form 16/16A issuance and 26AS/AIS reconciliation.Oversee payroll statutory dues: EPF, ESI, Professional Tax and Labor Welfare Fund remittances and returns.Coordinate ROC/MCA filings (AOC-4, MGT-7, DPT-3, MSME-1 and event-based forms) with the Company Secretary.Handle advance tax, income tax returns, tax audit support and transfer pricing documentation where applicable.Maintain a statutory compliance calendar and respond to notices and assessments from GST, Income Tax and other authorities.2. Statutory audit and auditor liaisonDrive month-end and year-end closing, and prepare financial statements under Schedule III and applicable Ind AS / AS.Act as primary point of contact for statutory, internal and tax auditors; prepare schedules, reconciliations and supporting documents.Close audit observations on time and implement recommended control improvements.Maintain fixed asset register, ledger scrutiny and reconciliations so the books are audit-ready year round.3. MIS, AOP, budgeting and forecastingPrepare monthly MIS: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, budget vs actual variance analysis and key business metrics.Lead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and departmental budgets with business heads.Prepare rolling forecasts for revenue, expenses and cash, and flag deviations to management early.Support management with cost analysis, profitability reviews and ad hoc financial reports.4. Team managementLead, guide and review the work of the accounts team; allocate tasks and set clear deadlines.Define processes, SOPs and internal controls for accounting, payables, receivables and compliance.Train team members and drive automation and system improvements in the accounting software.5. Vendor paymentsOversee the accounts payable cycle: invoice verification, three-way matching with PO and GRN, and approvals.Plan and release vendor payments as per agreed terms and cash availability, ensuring TDS and GST compliance.Reconcile vendor ledgers periodically and resolve disputes; monitor MSME payment timelines under Section 43B(h).6. Invoicing and collection follow-upEnsure accurate and timely customer invoicing in line with contracts, including e-invoicing where applicable.Track receivables and ageing; follow up with customers to collect within credit terms.Reconcile customer ledgers, issue credit/debit notes, and report overdue accounts and DSO to management.7. Banking and treasuryManage day-to-day banking: payments, receipts, fund transfers and bank portal administration.Perform monthly bank reconciliations and monitor cash and fund positions daily.Coordinate with banks on account opening, KYC, facilities, guarantees, FDs and forex transactions (FIRC, export proceeds, inward/outward remittances).Plan short-term cash flow to meet payroll, statutory dues and vendor obligations.Qualifications and skillsEducation: CA / CMA (qualified or inter) or M.Com / MBA (Finance).Experience: 8–10 years in accounts, finance and statutory compliance, with at least 3 years managing a team.Technical skillsStrong working knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, Companies Act and labour law compliances.Hands-on experience with Tally Prime and/or Zoho Books; familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial models); exposure to BI tools is a plus.Experience handling statutory audits and preparing financial statements.Behavioral skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracy; disciplined about reconciling every figure.Clear communication with auditors, banks, vendors, customers and management.Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities.Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information.