Assistant Manager Financial Control and Compliance

Anveshan; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Anveshan is seeking an Assistant Manager Financial Control & Compliance to strengthen the company's governance framework and drive ICFR implementation, internal controls, and statutory audit management. The role collaborates with business teams, auditors, tax consultants, and finance operations to ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.

This high-visibility position involves working with senior management, investors, and external auditors to enhance controls, optimize month-end

Qualifications

• CA qualification is mandatory for this role.
• CS credential is an added advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong grasp of Ind AS, GAAP, and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive ICFR implementation and strengthen internal controls across finance processes.
• Coordinate statutory audits, internal audits, and regulatory reviews with external auditors.
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closes with accurate reporting.
• Develop SOPs, monitor DOA adherence, and improve control environments.
• Lead CAPA actions and risk assessments with business teams.

Skills

ICFR implementation

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Regulatory compliance

ERP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Ledger review

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Company Secretary (CS) qualification

Tools

Zoho

SAP

Oracle

MS Dynamics

Job description

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager Financial Control & Compliance will be responsible for strengthening the companys financial governance framework by driving ICFR implementation, internal financial controls, statutory audit management, financial reporting, and process compliance.

The role will work closely with business teams, auditors, tax consultants, and finance operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-visibility role with significant exposure to senior management, investors, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control & Governance

• Drive implementation and continuous improvement of Internal Financial Controls (ICFR).
• Review accounting processes and identify control gaps.
• Develop and implement SOPs across finance and operational processes.
• Monitor compliance with Delegation of Authority (DOA) and company policies.
• Strengthen maker-checker controls across finance processes.
• Conduct periodic balance sheet reviews and ledger scrutiny.

Financial Reporting

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
• Review journal entries, provisions, accruals, and balance sheet schedules.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Review accounting treatment under applicable accounting standards. Drive improvements in month-end closing timelines and reporting quality.

Audit Management

• Lead coordination of Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, Tax Audit, and Limited Reviews.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with external auditors and consultants.
• Track audit observations and ensure timely closure.
• Drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Internal Audit & Risk Management

• Prepare and maintain Risk Control Matrix (RCM).
• Perform walkthroughs and control testing.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Conduct periodic operational and financial process reviews.
• Monitor compliance across finance and business functions.

Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Companies Act, Accounting Standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory compliance reviews.
• Coordinate with Company Secretary for corporate compliance activities.
• Maintain finance compliance calendar and monitor timely closure of all statutory deliverables.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify opportunities to automate finance processes.
• Drive ERP control enhancements and system improvements.
• Standardize documentation and reporting templates.
• Implement best practices in financial governance.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (Mandatory)
• Company Secretary (CS) qualification or pursuing CS will be an added advantage

Experience

• 2-3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in FMCG, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, or D2C businesses preferred.
• Prior experience with Big 4 / Top consulting firms in Audit or Risk Advisory, followed by industry experience, will be an added advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS).
• Hands-on experience with Statutory Audit and Internal Audit.
• Good knowledge of ICFR and Internal Financial Controls.
• Understanding of Companies Act, GST, TDS, Income Tax, and Corporate Compliance.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and balance sheet review.
• ERP exposure (Zoho, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills