Job Description

Job Information

Date Opened


12/22/2025
Job Type


Permanent
Industry


Others
Work Experience


10-15 years
City


Chennai
State/Province


Tamil Nadu
Country


India
Zip/Postal Code


600096

Position Title

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Finance Manager (Chartered Accountant)

Location

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Chennai, India (Headquarters) - with oversight of multiple branch offices across India

Reporting To

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Managing Director

Company Overview

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We are an Engineering and Technology company headquartered in Chennai with diversified operations across:

Product distribution Manufacturing Software services


The company has multiple branches across India and is actively engaged in domestic and international trade, including significant import and export transactions.

Position Summary

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The Finance Manager will be responsible for end-to-end financial management of the organization, including accounting, financial planning, statutory and regulatory compliances, taxation, audits, and support to management in strategic and operational decision-making. The role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong hands-on experience in multi-entity, multi-location operations and exposure to manufacturing, services, and international trade.

Key Responsibilities

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1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

+ Oversee and manage complete books of accounts for the company and its branches.
+ Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
+ Consolidation of accounts across multiple business verticals and locations.
+ Maintain robust internal controls and accounting processes.
+ Monitor cost structures, margins, and profitability across business lines.

2. Statutory, Regulatory & Tax Compliance

Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including:


o Income Tax Act



o GST (including multi-state registrations)



o Companies Act, 2013



o FEMA regulations (imports, exports, foreign remittances)



o Customs

Timely filing of GST returns, income tax returns, TDS/TCS, ROC filings, and other statutory returns. Liaison with statutory authorities, auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulatory bodies.

3. Audit & Risk Management

+ Coordinate and manage statutory audits, tax audits, internal audits, and cost audits (if applicable).
+ Address audit observations and implement corrective actions.
+ Identify financial, compliance, and operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.

4. Treasury, Banking & Cash Flow Management

+ Manage cash flows, working capital, and fund utilization.
+ Handle banking relationships, including credit facilities, LC/BG, packing credit, and export finance.
+ Oversee forex transactions, hedging strategies, and exchange risk management.
+ Ensure timely collections, vendor payments, and reconciliation of accounts.

5. Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS

+ Prepare budgets, periodic forecasts, and variance analysis.
+ Develop and present MIS reports to the MD and senior management.
+ Provide actionable insights on financial performance, cost optimization, and growth opportunities.

6. Import-Export & International Trade Finance

+ Manage accounting and compliance related to imports and exports.
+ Ensure proper documentation for customs, DGFT, and FEMA compliance.
+ Coordinate with logistics partners, CHA, banks, and export incentive authorities.
+ Track export incentives, duty drawbacks, and related claims.

7. Business Support & Strategic Advisory

+ Partner with business heads to support pricing, contracts, and commercial negotiations.
+ Evaluate financial viability of new projects, investments, and expansions.
+ Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, or strategic alliances if required.
+ Assist in system improvements, ERP implementation, and process automation.

Compensation

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Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capability.

Requirements

Skills & Competencies

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+ Strong accounting, analytical, and financial management skills.
+ Sound knowledge of Indian statutory and regulatory frameworks.
+ Ability to handle multiple business verticals and branches.
+ Proficiency in ERP systems (Tally, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and MS Excel.
+ Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
+ High integrity, attention to detail, and ownership mindset.
+ Ability to work independently and closely with top management.

Key Attributes

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+ Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
+ Hands-on and solution-oriented approach.
+ Comfortable working in a fast-growing, dynamic SME environment.
+ Willingness to travel occasionally to branch locations.

Benefits

Compensation

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Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capability.