Assistant Manager - Finance & Accounts | Investment & Wealth Advisory Firm

* Scope of the Role * Preparation and review of financial statements and reports * Handling day-to-day accounting and book closure activities * Ensuring compliance with Accounting Standards and internal finance policies * Managing direct and indirect tax related activities, including statutory compliance * Supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting * Assisting in audit coordination, reconciliations, and accounts finalization * Working closely with internal stakeholders for MIS, reporting, and finance operations Technical Skills Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards (Ind AS preferred) Good understanding of Direct & Indirect Taxation Experience in Financial Reporting and preparation of financial statements Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced level) for data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting Hands-on experience with ERP systems for accounting, reporting, and finance operations 1.Financial Accounting & Reporting - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsEnsure accurate bookkeeping and GL reconciliation - Handle journal entries, accruals, and provisions, variance analysis 2.Compliance & Statutory Requirements - Prepare and file: - GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, etc.) -TDS returns - Income tax data support - Support statutory and tax audits 3.Audit & Internal Controls - Coordinate with: - Statutory auditors - Internal auditors - Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and documentation - Ensure adherence to internal controls and SOPs 4.Accounts Payable & Receivable Monitor receivables and follow up on collections Validate and process vendor invoices Perform vendor/customer reconciliations Manage ageing reports and cash flow impact We are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant with 6 months to 1 year of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts. The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of Accounting Standards (Ind AS preferred), Direct & Indirect Taxation, and Financial Reporting, along with hands-on exposure to accounting operations, statutory compliance, and reconciliations.