Assistant Manager Finance

Job Title: Assistant Manager Finance Company: STRATACACHE Asia-Pacific SAP Module: SAP FICO Roles & Responsibilities: ROLE SUMMARY The Assistant Manager – Finance will support the finance function by owning key aspects of book closure, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and management reporting. The role involves ensuring accurate and timely financial records, coordinating with auditors, managing direct and indirect tax compliances (GST, TDS, Income Tax), and providing analytical support for business decision-making. Ideal for a qualified or semi-qualified finance professional seeking hands-on ownership in a corporate environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Own the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual book-closing process, including journal entries, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations. * Prepare and review financial statements, trial balances, and supporting schedules in compliance with Ind AS / Indian GAAP. * Ensure accuracy of General Ledger, fixed assets register, inter-company balances, and balance sheet reconciliations. * Support preparation of management information systems (MIS) reports, variance analysis, and dashboards for senior management. * Manage GST compliance, including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliations (GSTR-2A/2B), and resolution of mismatches. * Handle TDS compliance, advance tax workings, Income Tax returns, and related filings. * Maintain a compliance calendar and ensure timely statutory payments and filings. * Coordinate with tax consultants and support tax audits and assessments. * Coordinate with statutory, internal, and tax auditors; prepare audit schedules and respond to queries. * Strengthen internal controls across accounting processes and drive process improvements. Other Responsibilities * Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring. * Oversee or support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes, including reconciliations and ageing analysis. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, sales, legal, secretarial) for financial data and insights. * Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and ERP utilization. Work Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Availability: Full time

EDUCTION QUALIFICATIONS * CMA / ICWA or MBA (Finance) from a reputed institute * B.Com / M.Com as a minimum base qualification EXPERIENCE * 3 years of experience in finance and accounting (post-qualification experience preferred for CA/CMA candidates) * Exposure to full book closure cycles, Ind AS, and statutory compliance is highly desirable * Experience in manufacturing, services, IT/ITES, BFSI, or multinational companies is an advantage * Strong working knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act 2013, GST Act, and Income Tax Act * Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, macros preferred) * Hands-on experience with ERP systems (ZOHO, Tally, or similar) * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills * Good written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities * Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications * Opportunity for professional growth and ownership of key finance processes * Exposure to cross-functional projects and senior leadership * Standard benefits as per company policy Key Skills: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Salary: Not disclosed