Head – Accounts & Tax – Manufacturing – CA Samvid Search

The Corporate Institute; India; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in India seeks a seasoned Head Accounts and Tax (CA) to lead Accounts Payables and Indirect Taxation within a manufacturing setup. You will oversee end-to-end AP, GST compliance, TDS, and financial reporting, leveraging SAP S/4HANA and SAP FI.

Experience in manufacturing, strong leadership, and the ability to drive process improvements are essential. West India-based role requiring 10+ years post-CA experience.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with 10+ years’ experience in accounts payable, taxation, and financial operations.
• Expertise in SAP S/4HANA implementation and FI modules.
• Strong GST knowledge and statutory compliance experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership and ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Accounts Payable processes and MIS reporting.
• Oversee Indirect Tax compliance, GST filings and notices.
• Supervise Direct Taxation including TDS and returns.
• Manage financial analysis, reporting, and accounts finalization.
• Coordinate internal and statutory audits and fix audit observations.
• Oversee Fixed Assets management and controls.
• Drive process improvements across AR/AP and reporting.
• Develop MIS dashboards for financial monitoring.

Skills

Accounts Payables

Indirect Taxation

SAP S/4HANA

GST compliance

MIS reporting

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

SAP FI S/4HANA

MS Office

Tally ERP

Job description

Role: Head Accounts and Tax

Location: [West India]

Experience: Minimum 10+ years post CA qualification

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Accounts Payables and Indirect Taxation functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, leading Indirect Tax compliance, and overseeing related financial operations within manufacturing companies. SAP HANA expertise is a must, along with a strong background in SAP S/4HANA implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payables Management:

• Control and oversee invoice processing, timely payments, and MIS reporting.
• Implement clearing controls and lead team management for efficient operations.

Indirect Taxation:

• Ensure compliance with GST regulations, timely filing of returns, and deposit of taxes.
• Manage GST notices, prepare responses, and coordinate with authorities for resolution.

Direct Taxation:

• Oversee TDS compliance, timely deposit of taxes, and filing of returns.
• Maintain adherence to statutory and internal tax compliance requirements.

Financial Management:

• Manage end-to-end financial functions, including financial analysis, reporting, and account finalization.
• Implement internal finance controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Auditing:

• Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors during audits.
• Facilitate smooth audit processes and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

Fixed Assets Management:

• Control and maintain fixed assets, streamline reporting, and ensure accurate entries.

Process Improvement:

• Drive process enhancements across AR/AP, Fixed Assets, and Financial Reporting.

MIS & Dashboard:

• Develop and maintain MIS dashboards for effective financial monitoring.

Compliance & Regulatory:

• Prepare, maintain, and file statutory documents and returns under various regulatory frameworks.

SAP & IT Skills:

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of SAP FI S/4HANA and experience in SAP implementation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Tally ERP.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in manufacturing companies.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, SAP FI modules, and implementation processes.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, indirect taxation (GST), and statutory compliance.
• Excellent team management, leadership, and communication skills.