Chartered Accountant (CA) – Finance & Accounts

Taxmann Publications; New Delhi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Taxmann Publications invites a qualified Chartered Accountant with 3–5 years of post-qualification experience to manage financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, budgeting, and banking operations. The role requires strong analytical skills and sound accounting knowledge across end-to-end finance functions.

Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, GST/ITR filings, audits coordination, inter-company accounting, and treasury management, with a focus on compliance with

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 3–5 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in financial reporting, taxation, and compliance.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting standards.
• End-to-end finance function experience.
• Manufacturing/trading/FMCG exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (BS, P&L, CF).
• Maintain books of accounts in line with applicable AS and standards.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Develop MIS reports and monitor budgets, forecasts, and projections.
• Manage GST returns, IT returns, TDS filings, and tax reconciliations.
• Coordinate statutory audits and tax audits, and address audit observations.
• Oversee inter-company reconciliations and settlements.
• Support treasury with cash flow monitoring and banking arrangements.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Financial reporting

GST & Taxation

TDS & ITR

Statutory & regulatory compliance

Audit coordination

Inter-company accounting

Banking & treasury

MS Excel

ERP systems

Tally

Banking documentation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Tally

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Chartered Accountant with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience to manage financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, budgeting, and banking operations. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, sound accounting knowledge, and experience in handling end-to-end finance functions while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

Financial Accounting Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Profit Loss Account, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts in compliance with applicable Accounting Standards.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Conduct ledger scrutiny and ensure accuracy of financial records.

MIS, Budgeting Financial Planning

• Prepare periodic Management Information System (MIS) reports for management review.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Analyze budget variances and provide actionable insights for improving financial performance.
• Support management with financial analysis and business decision-making.

Taxation Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare and file GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, annual returns, reconciliations, etc.).
• Prepare and file Income Tax Returns (ITR).
• Ensure timely deduction, deposit, and filing of TDS returns.
• Handle tax reconciliations and respond to notices from tax authorities.
• Ensure compliance with all direct and indirect tax regulations.

Audit Compliance

• Coordinate and manage Statutory Audits and Tax Audits.
• Liaise with statutory auditors, tax auditors, and internal auditors.
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations and compliance requirements.

Inter-Company Accounting

• Perform inter-company reconciliations and resolve outstanding balances.
• Ensure timely confirmation and settlement of inter-company transactions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate inter-company records.

Banking Treasury

• Liaise with banks for routine banking operations, documentation, and credit facilities.
• Prepare financial information required for banking arrangements, including working capital and loan documentation.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain banking relationships.

Compliance Controls

• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST regulations, and other statutory requirements.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and recommend process improvements.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for regulatory and audit purposes.

Required Skills Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Expertise in GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory compliances.
• Experience in preparation of financial statements, MIS, budgeting, and financial projections.
• Hands-on experience in handling statutory and tax audits.
• Proficiency in inter-company reconciliations and month-end closing.
• Good understanding of banking documentation and treasury functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial reporting, etc.).
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Tally, or similar accounting software.
• Familiarity with MS Office applications, especially Word and PowerPoint.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in handling end-to-end finance and accounting operations.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, trading, FMCG, or corporate finance environments will be an added advantage.

This role is ideal for a Chartered Accountant looking to take ownership of financial reporting, taxation, compliance, and business finance while contributing to the organization's strategic financial planning and growth.