Assistant Manager - Finance - CA (0-3 yrs)

Position Title: Assistant Manager

Department: Finance

Location: Chennai

Reports To: Group Finance Controller

About the Role:

- We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Chartered Accountant with 0-3 years of experience to join our dynamic finance team in Chennai. The ideal candidate should have exposure to statutory audits, internal audits, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), treasury operations, and preparation of financial controls.

- This is a key role that involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to strategic decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct statutory and internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Evaluate internal controls, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.

- Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.

- Provide insights and recommendations for financial performance improvement.

- Manage treasury operations, including cash pooling/sweeping, and forex hedging.

- Ensure efficient liquidity management and adherence to treasury controls.

- Prepare and monitor daily and periodic cash flow statements.

- Support in short-term and long-term cash flow planning.

- Assist in the preparation of financial reports, dashboards, and MIS for stakeholders.

- Ensure adherence to budgetary controls and identify cost optimization opportunities.

- Support the design and implementation of internal financial controls.

- Periodically review and enhance processes to ensure compliance with best practices.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant with 0-3 years of experience.

- Hands-on experience in Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, FP&A, and Treasury Operations during Articleship or post-qualification.

- Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.

- Proficiency in financial systems and tools such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent ERP systems.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams.

- Proactive attitude with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.