Assistant Manager - (Corporate Accounts) - CA Qualified

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual performance bonus

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement is seeking an Assistant Manager to bolster the finance function across multiple entities in Mumbai. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery of information to senior management and external partners.

The role covers month-end close, budgeting, cash flow, variance analysis, and audit coordination, with opportunities to implement system and process improvements and mentor the finance team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 5-12 years post-qualification experience in Accounts & Finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Experience in financial accounting, management reporting, audit, or corporate finance.
• Strong month-end closing, statutory audit, taxation, and financial reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee monthly closing activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and GL accounting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation, and company policies.
• Coordinate with auditors and support audit processes; review tax computations and GST returns.
• Maintain strong financial controls and identify process improvements.
• Support AP, AR, fund management, and timely settlement of balances.
• Prepare analyses and reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Assist with finance projects and system/process improvements.
• Guide and support finance team members through knowledge sharing.

Skills

Accounting standards

GST

Income tax returns

Month-end closing

Audit coordination

Excel

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

As an Assistant Manager, you will support the finance function of multiple legal entities by ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective controls, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery of financial information. You will work closely with senior management, internal stakeholders, auditors, and external partners to support sound financial decision-making and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
• Oversee monthly closing activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, taxation requirements, and company policies
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and support the timely completion of audit processes
• Review tax computations, GST returns, income tax filings, and other statutory submissions
• Maintain effective financial controls and identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures and processes
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, fund management, and timely settlement of outstanding balances
• Prepare financial analyses and reports for senior management and other relevant stakeholders
• Assist with the implementation of finance projects, systems, and process improvements
• Guide and support finance team members through knowledge sharing, review, and day-to-day coordination

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5-12 years of post-qualification experience in Accounts & Finance
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Relevant post-qualification experience in financial accounting, management reporting, audit, or corporate finance
• Strong experience in month-end closing, statutory audit, taxation, and financial reporting
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
• Experience working with finance systems and accounting software

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of India accounting standards, financial controls, and statutory compliance
• Hands-on experience with GST, income tax returns, monthly closing, fund management, and statutory audits
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Team Handling experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and standard financial systems
• Fluency in English

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

• Career development and opportunities within ship management and maritime finance
• Technical and soft skills training
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Annual performance bonus
• Exposure to international clients, vessels, and a diverse workforce
• Flexible opportunities for career progression within the Schulte Group family