CA- AM - Finance & Accounts

Acquara Management Consultant; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquara Management Consultant Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to lead month-end closing and reporting. You will oversee end-to-end closing processes, ensure IFRS compliance, and coordinate with auditors to deliver accurate financial statements.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders. You will mentor a finance team and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of Accounting Standards and IFRS.
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills.
• Growth and target orientation for results.
• CA qualification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely closing of financial books at period end.
• Ensure IFRS compliance during the closing process.
• Book prepaid expenses and provisions appropriately.
• Prepare fixed assets register and review financials regularly.
• Coordinate consolidated financial statements and audits.
• Prepare board packs, investor reports, and audit schedules.
• Lead variance analyses and working capital reviews.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Mentor a finance team and liaise with other departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Education

Chartered Accountant

Job description

Company Name: Acquara Management Consultant Pvt. Ltd.

Employment Type: Full Time

Minimum Education Level: Chartered Accountant

Career Level: Mid-level

Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager with a strong background in month end closing and reporting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of financial closing processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing detailed analyses, and coordinating with auditors. This role requires robust analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• oOversee the accurate and timely closing of financial books at the end of each accounting period.
• oEnsure compliance with accounting standards and IFRS during the closing process.
• oEnsure proper booking of prepaid expenses and provisions.
• oPrepare the fixed assets register and perform regular scrutiny of the balance sheet, profit & loss account, and cash flow statements.
• oCoordinate the preparation of consolidated financial statements, including balance sheet, profit & loss, and cash flow analysis.
• oPreparation of Board packs, investor reports, and audit schedules.

Financial Analysis & Planning

• oConduct in-depth analysis of assets and liabilities, as well as profit & loss accounts.
• oPerform variance analysis comparing historical periods and budgeted figures.
• oAnalyze working capital schedules, AR & AP ageing, and inventory ageing.
• oAssist in the preparation of business plans and financial forecasts to support strategic decision-making.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• oDevelop annual budgets in coordination with department heads and business units.
• oLead monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting processes.
• oMonitor actual performance vs. budget and provide variance analysis with actionable insights.
• oEnsure alignment of budgets with corporate goals and financial strategy.
• oAssist in long-term financial planning and scenario analysis.
• oLiaise with internal and external auditors, coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process.
• oProvide necessary documentation and clear explanations during audits and regulatory reviews.
• oMaintain up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards to ensure full compliance.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• oReview and enhance financial processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• oDevelop and implement best practices in financial consolidation and reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership

• oCommunicate complex financial information and strategic insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
• oLead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals to ensure high performance and continuous professional growth.
• oCollaborate with cross-functional teams including tax, treasury, and operations to ensure seamless financial operations.

Required Skills & Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of Accounting Standards
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Growth and target oriented.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working within dynamic, multi-entity organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• A detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.