Assistant Manager – Finance Uplers

The Corporate Institute; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager - Finance to oversee end-to-end finance operations, accounting, taxation, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting in India. The role requires strong knowledge of Indian taxation laws, RBI regulations, and Indian GAAP/IFRS, along with experience in consolidation and transfer pricing.

You will lead payroll compliance, statutory filings, audits, and strengthen internal controls while coordinating with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Qualified CA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, taxation, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Indian taxation laws, RBI regulations, and Indian GAAP/IFRS.
• Experience in financial consolidation, transfer pricing, payroll compliance, and statutory audits.
• Exposure to international accounting and cross-border transactions.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end Indian tax compliance, including GST, TDS, corporate income tax, and advance tax.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes and ensure compliance with Indian GAAP/IFRS and Companies Act.
• Oversee payroll accounting, statutory deductions, reconciliations, and related filings.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance for cross-border and related-party transactions, including documentation.
• Lead statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and regulatory reviews and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

Taxation

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Transfer pricing

Payroll compliance

Leadership

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Assistant Manager - Finance to manage end-to-end finance operations, accounting, taxation, statutory compliance, and financial reporting.

The role requires strong expertise in Indian taxation, regulatory compliance, transfer pricing, financial consolidation, and international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:

• Manage end-to-end Indian direct and indirect tax compliance, including GST, TDS, corporate income tax, and advance tax.


• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.


• Monitor tax risks, manage assessments and notices, and coordinate with external tax advisors.


• Maintain compliance calendars and strengthen tax controls.

2. Financial Reporting & Accounting:

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.


• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP and IFRS, as applicable.


• Handle group consolidation, intercompany reconciliations, and financial reporting.


• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, Companies Act requirements, and internal financial controls.


• Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and audit trails.

3. Payroll & Employee Compliance:

• Oversee payroll accounting, statutory deductions, reconciliations, and related filings.


• Ensure compliance with applicable Indian labour and employment regulations.


• Coordinate with HR teams, payroll vendors, and external consultants.


• Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary compliance measures.

4. Transfer Pricing Compliance:

• Manage transfer pricing compliance for cross-border and related-party transactions.


• Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation in line with Indian regulations and OECD guidelines.


• Coordinate benchmarking studies, intercompany agreements, and pricing policies.


• Liaise with auditors and tax advisors for transfer pricing assessments and reporting requirements.

5. Audit & Internal Controls:

• Lead statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and regulatory reviews.


• Coordinate with auditors, banks, tax authorities, and external consultants.


• Identify and address audit observations, control gaps, and compliance risks.


• Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and risk management processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.


• 5 - 10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, taxation, and compliance.


• Strong knowledge of Indian taxation laws, RBI regulations, and Indian GAAP/IFRS.


• Experience in financial consolidation, transfer pricing, payroll compliance, and statutory audits.


• Exposure to international accounting and cross-border transactions.


• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong ownership of finance operations and regulatory compliance.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, international business environment.


• Excellent problem-solving and financial analysis skills.


• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.


• High attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.