Assistant Financial Controller

Job Role: Assistant Financial Controller

Location: Mumbai

Job Overview:

The Assistant Financial Controller will support the Financial Controller in managing the organizations financial operations, compliance, and reporting. The role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong post-qualification experience in auditing, taxation, and core accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and statutory compliance. The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory adherence, and efficient financial processes across the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities

Audit & Compliance

Coordinate and manage statutory audits, GST audits, and other internal/external audits.

Act as the primary point of contact for auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.

Ensure timely closure of audit observations and implementation of corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, taxation laws, and regulatory

requirements.

Accounting & Financial Operations

Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.

Review and monitor general ledger entries, reconciliations, and month-end/quarter-end closing activities.

Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and documentation.

Taxation

Manage direct and indirect taxation matters, including GST, TDS, income tax computations, filings, and assessments.

Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and handling of tax notices, assessments, and reconciliations.

Support tax planning initiatives and ensure tax efficiency within the regulatory framework.

Financial Reporting & Controls

Assist in preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Support the Financial Controller in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Strengthen internal controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for finance and accounting processes.

Stakeholder Coordination

Work closely with internal teams such as operations, procurement, and HR for financial coordination.

Support senior management with financial insights, reports, and ad-hoc analyses as required.

Experience & Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory.

Minimum 5 years of post-CA experience, preferably in a mid-to-large organization or a reputed CA firm.

Strong hands-on experience in statutory audit, GST audit, taxation, AR/AP, and financial accounting.

Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar).

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.