Manager - Finance

Company : Acumen Technical Advisory Private Limited

Role: Manager - Finance

Team : Finance & Accounts

Date of Joining: Immediate

Location: Bangalore, India

Reporting to: Group Finance Controller / CEO

Job Experience : 05+ years

Qualification: Bachelor’s in Commerce / Master’s in Commerce /Finance/Accounting, along with Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CMA, CA Inter.

Employment Type : Contractual / Full-time

About Acumen

Acumen Aviation is a multi-national Asset Management company with offices in Ireland, India, US and China as well as some executive staff located in the UK. Acumen Aviation is a preferred Technical Advisory Firm to most of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies. Acumen’s service portfolio includes Lease Management, Valuations, Technical Advisory, Engine Expertise and Data Management. We have been at the forefront of creating innovative software tools to compliment the consultancy services and provide integrated end-to-end solutions to our clients.

Role

This is a key role within the Finance & Accounts team and is responsible for planning, managing, and monitoring a company's financial activities to ensure financial stability, profitability, and compliance with laws and regulations. The Manager – Finance acts as the bridge between Accounts, Payroll, Taxation, Banking, Auditors, and Senior Management , ensuring that all financial processes run smoothly and support business growth.

1. Financial Planning and Budgeting

• Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts;
• Monitor actual performance against budgets;
• Recommend corrective actions when required.

2. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements;
• Analyze financial data and present reports to management;
• Ensure accuracy of accounting records.

3. Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cash inflows and outflows;
• Ensure sufficient liquidity for business operations;
• Manage banking relationships and fund utilization.

4. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

• Ensure timely payment to vendors;
• Monitor customer collections and outstanding receivables;
• Improve working capital management.

5. Payroll & Employee Benefits Management

• Review payroll processing;
• Ensure statutory deductions such as PF, ESI, PT, TDS, etc. are correctly calculated and deposited;
• Monitor employee compensation and benefits-related costs.

6. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Income Tax, GST, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, and other applicable laws;
• Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities;
• File statutory returns within prescribed timelines.

7. Audit Coordination

• Manage internal and external audits;
• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for auditors;
• Implement audit recommendations and strengthen controls.

8. Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Analyze business performance, profitability, and costs;
• Prepare MIS reports and dashboards;
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

9. Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Develop and maintain financial controls and policies;
• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation measures;
• Prevent fraud and ensure proper governance.

10. Team Management

• Lead and supervise finance and accounts team members;
• Allocate work, review performance, and provide guidance;
• Build capability within the finance function.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of taxation & compliance;
• Knowledge of the rules, methods, and compliance requirements related to how transactions between related entities (such as subsidiaries of the same multinational company) are priced;
• Strong working knowledge of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Tally) along with expertise in ZOHO Accounting software;
• Leadership and team management capabilities;
• Strategic thinking for budgeting, forecasting, and business planning.

Note: Interested candidates should reach out to [email protected]

with an updated CV.