Assistant Manager – Finance & Commercial Operations

Saint Fox Consultancy Private Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Fox Consultancy Private Limited in Pune seeks an experienced Assistant Manager – Finance & Commercial Operations to support the Finance Head in managing accounting, taxation, compliance, and commercial activities for a fast-growing services organization.

The role requires hands-on execution of day-to-day finance operations, close coordination with internal teams, auditors, and banks, and delivering timely MIS, forecasts, and financial statements.

Qualifications

• CA Inter / CMA Inter or MBA (Finance) / M.Com / B.Com. with 5-8 years of experience.
• Experience in IT Services, Consulting, SaaS, or Technology companies preferred.
• Strong accounting, taxation, and compliance fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate books of accounts.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures.
• Prepare MIS, profitability reports, budgets, and forecasts.

Education

CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance) / M.Com / B.Com.

Tools

MS Excel

Tally

Zoho Books

QuickBooks

Job description

Saint Fox Consultancy Private Limited | Full time

Assistant Manager – Finance & Commercial Operations

Saint Fox Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented finance professional to support the Finance Head in managing the company's finance, accounting, taxation, compliance, commercial, and operational activities. The role requires a hands-on individual capable of independently driving day-to-day finance operations while coordinating with internal stakeholders, customers, vendors, auditors, consultants, and banking partners.The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting and compliance fundamentals, commercial acumen, and the ability to operate in a fast-growing services organization.

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate books of accounts.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closures.
• Prepare account reconciliations, schedules, and financial reports.
• Assist in preparation of management MIS, profitability reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Support preparation of financial statements and audit schedules.

Taxation & Compliance

• Manage GST, TDS, Professional Tax, PF, ESIC, Labour Welfare Fund, and other statutory compliances.
• Ensure timely filing of returns, tax payments, and regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate with tax consultants and auditors during assessments and audits.
• Maintain compliance trackers and statutory records.

Banking & Working Capital

• Manage banking transactions, payment processing, and fund transfers.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital requirements, and collection cycles.
• Support domestic and international payment transactions.
• Coordinate with banks for documentation, compliance, and operational requirements.

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Monitor collections.
• Track receivables, ageing reports, and follow-up with customers.
• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts periodically.

Commercial & Contract Support

• Maintain repository of customer, vendor, NDA, subcontractor, and service agreements.
• Track commercial terms, payment milestones, renewals, and obligations.
• Assist in review and administration of commercial contracts from a finance and compliance perspective.

Payroll & Employee Finance Operations

• Review payroll inputs and statutory deductions.
• Process employee reimbursements and expense claims.
• Coordinate with HR and payroll service providers for accurate payroll processing.

Audit & Governance

• Coordinate statutory, tax, GST, and internal audits.
• Maintain documentation required for audits and due diligence exercises.
• Support implementation of internal controls and process improvements.

Strategic Finance Support

• Assist in budgeting, business planning, fundraising, and investor due diligence activities.
• Support preparation of financial models, data rooms, and management presentations.
• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the Finance Head.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• CA Inter / CMA Inter / MBA (Finance) / M.Com / B.Com.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, taxation, and compliance.
• Experience in IT Services, Consulting, SaaS, or Technology companies will be preferred.

Desired Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of GST, TDS,
• Companies Act, and related compliances.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/ERP systems such as Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, ownership, and attention to detail.

What Success Looks Like

• Timely closure of books and accurate financial reporting.
• Effective management of receivables, payables, and cash flow.
• Audit readiness at all times.
• Reliable support to business operations and strategic finance initiatives.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

A collaborative and supportive work environment.

St. Fox is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.