Finance Manager

Finance / Senior Finance Manager

Company: SD Group
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Experience: 8-10 Years
Industry: Service & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: GM Finance & Accounts

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Finance / Senior Finance Manager to lead our finance and accounting functions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in financial planning, reporting, budgeting, taxation, compliance, cost management, and strategic financial decision-making.

The candidate will be responsible for providing financial insights to management, ensuring financial discipline and compliance, improving operational efficiency, and leading the finance team effectively.

Key Requirements

• Education: B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / equivalent qualification
• MBA in Finance will be an added advantage
• Experience: 8-10 years of progressive experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a financial leadership/managerial role
• Experience in Service and Manufacturing industries preferred
• Strong knowledge of Direct Taxation (Income Tax) and Indirect Taxation (GST)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, accounting standards, compliance frameworks, and company law procedures
• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial modelling, MIS and financial analytics
• Strong strategic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Tamil and English
• Work Location: Chennai

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the organization's long-term business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the management on business performance, risks and opportunities.
• Drive initiatives to improve profitability, cash flow and operational efficiency.
• Support management in strategic financial decision-making.

2. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement and Cash Flow Statement.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of MIS and financial reports.
• Monitor receivables, collections and outstanding payments.
• Provide data-driven financial analysis and insights to management and stakeholders.
• Monitor key financial performance indicators and identify areas requiring corrective action.

3. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting and financial forecasting process.
• Ensure budgets are aligned with organizational goals and business plans.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and analyse variances.
• Recommend corrective measures to control costs and improve financial performance.

4. Cost & Efficiency Management

• Develop and implement effective cost-control measures.
• Monitor project costs, operational expenses and overheads.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved profitability.
• Strengthen financial controls and improve overall operational efficiency.

5. Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with Income Tax, GST and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants and statutory authorities as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial regulations and company law procedures.
• Maintain proper documentation and financial records.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, manage and mentor the finance and accounting team.
• Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop team capabilities through training and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy and continuous improvement.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: GM Finance & Accounts
Works Closely With: Top Management / Key Stakeholders

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with strong experience in Finance & Accounts, Financial Planning & Analysis, MIS, Budgeting, Taxation, GST, Income Tax, Cost Control, Auditing, Compliance and Team Management are preferred.

Interested candidates with relevant experience and qualifications may share their updated CV at:
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