Assistant Finance Manager - Accounts Payable

About the Role
We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Manager
with strong experience in accounting, payments, GST, TDS, provisions, and finance
automation. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical capabilities,
process improvement mindset, and hands-on experience in managing finance
operations in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate bookkeeping.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Pass accounting entries, accruals, and provisions in compliance with
accounting standards.
Perform GL scrutiny, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Ensure timely month-end and year-end closure activities.
Payments & Treasury
Handle vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and banking
operations.
Ensure timely and accurate payment processing with proper approvals.
Monitor cash flow and maintain payment schedules.
Coordinate with banks and internal stakeholders for treasury-related activities.
GST & TDS Compliance
Manage end-to-end GST compliance including:
o GST reconciliation
o Return filing support
o ITC validation
o Vendor GST compliance tracking
Handle TDS calculations, deductions, reconciliations, and return filing support.
Ensure compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations.
Provisioning & Controls
Prepare monthly provisions for expenses and liabilities.
Ensure adequate financial controls and compliance processes are in place.
Support internal and statutory audit requirements.
Assist in implementing SOPs and process governance.

Automation & Process Improvement
Drive finance automation initiatives and process optimization.
Improve reporting efficiency using:
o Excel automation
o Google Sheets
o ERP systems
o Power BI / dashboards (preferred)
Work on reducing manual dependency and improving turnaround time.
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of:
o Accounting principles
o GST
o TDS
o Financial reporting
o Provisions & reconciliations
Good understanding of finance operations and internal controls.
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot, Lookup, MIS reporting, automation).
Experience with ERP systems such as:
o SAP B1
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
CA Inter / MBA Finance / B.Com / M.Com
Experience in startup or high-growth environments is preferred.
Exposure to automation and process transformation projects will be an added
advantage.
What We Are Looking For
Ownership mindset
Strong attention to detail
Process-driven approach
Ability to manage deadlines effectively
Good communication and stakeholder management skills