Assistant Manager- Accounts ( GST Compliance & Audit)

Role & responsibilities

GST Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, Annual Returns, etc.).
• Perform Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation with GSTR-2B.
• Handle GST notices, assessments, departmental queries, and litigation support.
• Maintain GST records and documentation in an audit-ready condition.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation between books of accounts and GST returns.
• Provide GST guidance and support to manufacturing plants and internal departments

Legal & Audit Support

• Coordinate with statutory, internal, and GST auditors.
• Prepare responses to audit observations and GST notices.
• Track litigation matters and maintain statutory documentation.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Minimize audit qualifications through effective compliance practices.

Regulatory & Department Coordination

• Liaise with GST authorities, consultants, and external auditors.
• Provide timely financial and compliance-related information to consultants.
• Ensure smooth coordination among finance, manufacturing, stores, and commercial teams.

Stock Audit & Inventory Management

• Review monthly stock valuation reports.
• Monitor book stock vs. physical stock reconciliation.
• Support stock audits across manufacturing locations.
• Analyze stock variances and recommend corrective actions.

Fixed Asset Management

• Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register (FAR).
• Monitor capitalization, asset additions, deletions, and tagging.
• Coordinate physical verification of fixed assets.
• Ensure proper documentation for capitalization and asset movement.

Internal & Statutory Audit

• Execute audit action plans within agreed timelines.
• Resolve audit observations and prevent repeat findings.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and company policies.
• Support Management Review Meetings (MRM) with required documentation.

Plant Support

• Visit manufacturing plants for GST, inventory, and audit-related activities.
• Verify physical inventory and fixed assets.
• Submit visit reports and follow-up on corrective actions.

Team Management

• Lead and mentor the Accounts team.
• Allocate work, review performance, and ensure timely task completion.
• Conduct regular review meetings with team members.
• Drive process improvements and knowledge sharing.
• Keep the team updated on GST amendments and statutory changes.

Preferred candidate profile

• MBA Finance / M.Com / B.Com
• 5-7 years of experience in Accounts, GST Compliance, Audit, and Taxation.
• Experience in a Manufacturing Industry is mandatory.