Manager Accounting Financial Reporting

About the Client

ARAs Client is a leading alloy steel producer based in Pune, India. The client is an Indian multinational with high technology, engineering & manufacturing capability with a turnover of more than USD 3 billion. The company produce high alloy specialty steel products catering to critical end applications in industries like Automotive, Aerospace, Defence, Energy, Oil & Gas, Railways, Infrastructure, Marine etc. The company is a trusted partner for their customers to produce customized grade of steel for their varied requirement.

Role Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) with a strong background in the manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will have 1015 years of post-qualification experience, deep expertise in financial accounting, taxation, compliance, and ERP systems (preferably SAP).

Key Responsibilitie:-

• Financial Accounting & Reporting
• Oversee GL, AP/AR, asset accounting
• Ensure timely closing of books (monthly, quarterly, yearly)
• Prepare/review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) under Indian GAAP/Ind AS
• Coordinate statutory audits
• Present monthly MIS reports and performance analysis
• ERP & Process Improvements
• Ensure accurate reporting via ERP (SAP preferred)
• Drive automation and process improvements
• Strengthen internal controls and governance
• Taxation & Compliance
• Manage GST, TDS, Corporate Tax compliance
• Handle returns, audits, and statutory filings
• Liaise with consultants and authorities for assessments
• Special Assignments
• Execute CFO/senior management directives

Must-Have Qualifications

• CA (cleared within 23 attempts)
• 810 years (manufacturing industry preferred)
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, costing, compliance
• Proficiency in SAP FICO and MS Excel
• Analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Leadership, communication, and interpersonal effectivenessStrong grasp of accounting standards, taxation, costing, compliance (manufacturing sector focus)
• Proficiency in SAP FICO and MS Excel
• Analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Leadership, communication, and interpersonal effectiveness
• Discipline, hard work, and business acumen

Nice-to-Have Skills

• The role demands strong business acumen and leadership skills to support strategic decision-making