Accountant & Tax Specialist (India)

Gulf Workforce; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Workforce in Mumbai offers a hybrid Accountant & Tax Specialist role focusing on end-to-end accounting and statutory compliance for an India entity. The candidate will oversee GST, TDS, PF/ESIC, payroll support, and intercompany activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely filings.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience in accounting and taxation in India, with strong knowledge of Indian GAAP, ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred), and excellent analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, accounting or finance is required.
• CA / CMA qualification or equivalent professional credential is preferred.
• 4+ years of accounting and taxation experience in India.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities in accordance with Indian GAAP.
• Handle GST registrations, returns, reconciliations and refunds.
• Oversee TDS deductions, payments, returns and reconciliations.
• Coordinate intercompany transactions and settlements.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports, variances and forecasting.
• Support audits, statutory filings and compliance calendar.

Skills

Indian GAAP

GST

TDS

Intercompany coordination

Excel

MS Office

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce / accounting / finance

CA / CMA Qualified

Tools

Oracle Fusion ERP

Job description

About the job Accountant & Tax Specialist (India)

Job Title: Accountant & Tax Specialist (India)

Location: Mumbai, India
Work Mode: Hybrid
Experience Required:4+ Years
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accountant & Tax Specialist to oversee end-to-end accounting operations, statutory compliance, taxation, and financial reporting for the India entity of aGCC-based multinational company specializing in pipeline coating solutions using advanced robotic technology for the oil & gas industry.. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate accounting, timely statutory filings, regulatory compliance, and coordination with global finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities in accordance with Indian GAAP
• Maintain general ledger, month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Post journals, accruals, prepayments, and provisions accurately
• Handle accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Reconcile intercompany transactions and ensure timely settlements
• Manage employee expense claims, reimbursements, and petty cash
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial records

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Manage GST registrations, returns, reconciliations, and refund claims
• Handle TDS deductions, payments, returns, and reconciliations
• Support Income Tax filings, assessments, audits, and notices
• Ensure compliance with PF, ESIC, Professional Tax
• Coordinate ROC filings and annual returns with company secretary
• Liaise with external consultants for statutory compliance
• Maintain compliance calendar for timely submissions
• Support transfer pricing and intercompany compliance documentation
• Assist in internal, statutory, and group audits
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentsCoordinate with auditors and resolve queries
• Maintain internal controls and compliance procedures
• Manage fixed assets register and depreciation schedules
• Prepare monthly MIS reports, variance analysis, and forecasting
• Support budgeting and mid-year financial reviews
• Identify cost‑saving and process improvement opportunities
• Assist FP&A teams with financial data and reporting

ERP & Systems

• Manage finance data entry and reporting in ERP systems
• Coordinate with international finance teams on shared processes
• Support payroll, banking operations, vendor payments, and invoicing

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in commerce / accounting / finance
• CA / CMA Qualified

Experience

• 4+ years of accounting and taxation experience in India
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, EPC, infrastructure, or project-based industries preferred
• Multinational company experience is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP
• Expertise in GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF/ESIC/PT
• Knowledge of Companies Act basics
• Transfer Pricing knowledge preferred
• ERP system experience required; Oracle Fusion is an advantage
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Collaborative mindset for working with global teams