Assistant Manager - Finance (Accounts)

Job Description:

Job Purpose

The Assistant Manager Accounts will support core finance operations including bookkeeping, compliance support, coordination with cross-regional teams, and timely closure of books. The role ensures adherence to company policies, accuracy in financial documentation, and timely reporting to facilitate efficient finance operations.

Key Responsibilities / Accountability
• Regional Bookkeeping - Maintain daily bookkeeping for the South Region, ensuring all financial transactions (receipts, payments, journal entries) are accurately recorded in the accounting system in a timely manner.
• Compliance Support - Assist in preparing and maintaining compliance-related documentation such as GST filings, TDS records, and other statutory requirements. Ensure deadlines are met and filings are accurate.
• Inter-Regional Coordination - Coordinate closely with the finance teams in Mumbai and other regions to ensure consistent accounting practices and data sharing. Support centralized finance processes by providing timely inputs and reconciliations.
• Ledger Management & Reconciliation - Update ledgers and perform regular reconciliations for vendor accounts, employee reimbursements, and intercompany transactions to maintain clean and audit-ready books.
• Invoice Processing & Documentation - Review vendor invoices, ensure proper approvals, and submit for timely payments. Maintain systematic documentation for audit trail and reference.
• Timely Closure of Accounts - Ensure the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of books is done in line with company timelines and policies. Collaborate with team members to avoid delays in financial reporting.
• Support for MIS & Reporting - Contribute to the generation of financial reports and MIS dashboards by sharing accurate data inputs. Flag anomalies or trends that need managerial attention.

• Policy Adherence & Process Compliance - Follow internal financial processes and standard operating procedures diligently. Raise red flags in case of deviations and support internal audits and compliance checks.

Required Qualifications & Experience Required Skills & Competencies
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Finance
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in a regional or branch-level finance role
• Knowledge of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance
• Experience with accounting tools like Tally or ERP systems is desirable

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities within tight timelines
• Proactive and process-oriented work ethic
• Familiarity with intercompany processes and documentation workflows

Drivers for Excellence

Ensure 100% accuracy in bookkeeping and ledger maintenance for the South Region.
Deliver timely closure of accounts aligned to monthly and quarterly cycles.

Support internal finance and operations teams with responsive documentation and error-free transactions.
Maintain compliance documentation and submissions with zero escalations.

Build strong coordination with regional teams for seamless communication and reporting.
Demonstrate accountability and consistency in financial support functions.

Support timely invoice processing, helping ensure cash flow continuity and vendor confidence.
Facilitate clean and audit-ready records to contribute to a compliant finance ecosystem.