Head – Accounts & Taxation – NBFC – CA Virtuous Advisors and Resources Pvt. ltd.

The Corporate Institute; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Mumbai seeks a seasoned finance professional to lead the Accounts & Taxation function for a leading NBFC. The role targets accuracy, regulatory compliance, financial governance, tax management, audit readiness, and automation of finance processes while partnering with business leadership.

You will oversee end-to-end accounting, RBI NBFC reporting, GST, TDS, and corporate tax, strengthen internal controls, drive finance transformation, and mentor a high-performing

Qualifications

• CA required with 8+ years in finance, preferably NBFC/HFC.
• Deep knowledge of IND AS, Schedule III, RBI regs and tax laws.
• Experience with ECL modelling and regulatory reporting.
• Strong leadership and business-partnering skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounting and monthly/quarterly/year-end closures.
• Oversee RBI NBFC regulatory reporting, GST, TDS, and corporate tax.
• Design and strengthen IFC/ICFR and finance governance frameworks.
• Drive finance transformation, automation, ERP/LMS integration.
• Lead audits and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Mentor and build a high-performing Accounts & Taxation team.

Skills

Financial Accounting

IND AS Compliance

RBI Reporting

Taxation (GST, TDS, Corp Tax)

IFC/ICFR

Audit Management

ECL Modelling

ERP & Automation

Risk & Controls

Stakeholder Leadership

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

ERP systems

Regulatory reporting software

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for a seasoned finance professional to lead the Accounts & Taxation function for a leading NBFC. The role will be responsible for ensuring accuracy, integrity, regulatory compliance, financial governance, tax management, audit readiness, and automation of finance processes while acting as a strategic partner to business leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end financial accounting, monthly/quarterly/year-end closures, and Board/Investor MIS reporting.
• Ensure compliance with IND AS, Schedule III requirements, and NBFC accounting standards.
• Manage RBI regulatory reporting, prudential returns, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee direct and indirect taxation, including Corporate Tax, GST, TDS, tax assessments, and litigation management.
• Design and strengthen Internal Financial Controls (IFC/ICFR), RCSA programs, and finance governance frameworks.
• Lead statutory, internal, tax, concurrent, and RBI audits, ensuring timely closure of observations.
• Drive finance transformation, automation, ERP/LMS integration, and process digitalization initiatives.
• Partner with business, risk, operations, and technology teams to support new products and business growth.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Accounts & Taxation team while fostering a culture of compliance and excellence.

Key Skills:

• Financial Accounting & Reporting
• IND AS & Schedule III Compliance
• RBI/NBFC Regulatory Reporting
• Direct & Indirect Taxation (GST, TDS, Corporate Tax)
• Internal Financial Controls (IFC/ICFR)
• Audit & Regulatory Inspection Management
• ECL Modelling & Provisioning
• Financial Systems, ERP & Process Automation
• Risk & Control Frameworks
• Stakeholder Management & Team Leadership
• Strong analytical, governance, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably within NBFC/HFC organizations.
• Strong expertise in IND AS, Schedule III, RBI regulations, and tax laws.
• Experience in high-growth NBFC environments with exposure to scale-based regulatory frameworks.
• Hands-on experience in ECL modelling, IFC/ICFR frameworks, and regulatory reporting systems.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.