Senior Manager

StarZen; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

StarZen, a Global Capability Centre, seeks a Senior Manager, Finance in Gurgaon to lead accounting, tax, and statutory processes. This hands-on role requires deep controllership, IFRS/IND AS expertise, and the ability to coordinate with global teams and external auditors.

You will manage month-end close, consolidate ledgers, ensure tax compliance, drive internal controls in ICOFR, and mentor a growing finance team while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver reliable financial

Qualifications

• CA required with 10 years post-qualification experience in GCC finance environments.
• Strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, statutory compliance, and audits.
• Experience with FEMA, Transfer Pricing and ROC filings is preferred.
• Experience in IT/ITES, Telecom, e-commerce or Retail sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and internal reporting.
• Ensure IFRS and IND AS-compliant financial reporting and timely disclosures.
• Coordinate with auditors for internal and statutory audits and address audit points.
• Ensure direct and indirect tax compliance (GST, TDS) and regulatory filings.
• Oversee ROC filings, ICOFR controls, and intercompany reporting with global teams.

Skills

Accounting

Taxation

Statutory Compliance

Audit

Intercompany

ERP Systems

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Purpose of Role:

We are looking for a capable and motivated finance professional to join StarZen's which is a Global Capability Centre (GCC). As a Senior Manager, Finance you will play a critical role in supporting finance operations, ensuring compliance, and driving process discipline across accounting, taxation, and statutory areas.

This is a hands‑on role that requires strong execution focus and the ability to work independently while aligning with group policies and global finance teams. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in a shared services or GCC environment and a strong grounding in financial controllership.

Accountability & Responsibilities of Role:

Finance Operations & Governance

• Manage general ledger, month-end closing activities, reconciliations, and internal reporting.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in line with IFRS and IND AS.
• Coordinate with auditors for internal and statutory audits and assist in resolving audit points.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations (including GST and TDS).
• Liaise with consultants to support regulatory matters such as FEMA, Transfer Pricing, and ROC filings.
• Maintain robust documentation and audit-ready records.

Statutory Filings & Controls

• Oversee accurate and timely filing of tax returns, ROC submissions, and statutory disclosures.
• Implement and monitor internal controls in line with ICOFR and global standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Help in building relation between India finance and global teams in Qatar for coordinating financial reporting, intercompany transactions, and compliance frameworks.
• Interface with external consultants, auditors, and legal advisors on India-specific finance matters.
• Contribute to building a strong finance support team over time.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior team members on processes, controls, and systems.

ERP & Process Enablement

• Utilize ERP and financial tools for enhanced accuracy and efficiency.
• Leverage and learn enterprise systems (ERP, accounting tools) to improve financial efficiency and data accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement in day-to-day operations.

Position Requirements:

Educational Background:

• Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

Work Experience:

• 10 years of post-qualification experience with exposure to GCC finance environments

Technical / Industry Skills:

• Strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, statutory compliance, and audit
• Experience in working with external consultants for complex matters (FEMA, TP, ROC)
• Sector experience in IT/ITES, Telecom, e-commerce, or Retail is an advantage

Delivering Results & Fostering Ownership

• Takes accountability for month-end closings, reconciliations, and audit deliverables.
• Proactively resolves audit findings and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

Building Customer Value

• Provides high-quality financial insights and reports that help internal stakeholders make informed decisions.
• Ensures that financial services delivered to internal (global teams) and external stakeholders (auditors, legal advisors) are accurate, transparent, and timely.
• Builds strong relationships with global finance teams, auditors, consultants, and legal advisors.
• Coordinates effectively with cross-functional teams to drive intercompany financial reporting and compliance.

Driving Change

• Identifies opportunities to improve financial processes and automation within ERP systems.
• Supports the implementation of enhanced controls aligned to ICOFR and global finance standards.
• Contributes to aligning local finance processes with global strategy and compliance frameworks.
• Helps shape process improvements that enhance efficiency and data accuracy in financial operations.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior finance team members on processes, controls, and systems.
• Plays an active role in building a strong finance support team over time.

Success Metrics:

• Proactive and reliable; able to manage responsibilities with limited supervision
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented setup with evolving processes
• Based at Starlink’s India GCC in Gurgaon
• Occasional travel may be required for global coordination or reviews
• Regular interaction with group finance teams and external stakeholders
• Regularly engages with external consultants and statutory auditors