Position: Assistant Manager / Manager – Financial Reporting & Compliance
Department Finance & Accounts
Reporting To Head – Finance / Financial Controller
Job Purpose
To ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, month-end book closure, audit coordination, MIS preparation, and process automation initiatives. The role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial information and supporting management decision-making through insightful reporting and analysis.
Key Responsibilities
1. Monthly Financial Statement Preparation
- Prepare and finalize monthly financial statements within defined timelines.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Perform financial analysis and variance reviews.
- Coordinate with various departments for closure requirements.
2. Month-End Closing Activities
- Execute month-end closing activities within prescribed timelines.
- Prepare and review: Lease accounting workings, Depreciation calculations, Prepaid expense schedules, Employee benefit provisions (EL, Gratuity, Superannuation)
- Ensure all accounting entries are accurately and timely recorded.
3. Management Information System (MIS) Reporting
- Prepare monthly MIS reports for management.
- Analyze financial performance and key business indicators.
- Highlight variances, trends, and actionable insights.
- Support management with financial data for decision-making.
4. Audit Management
- Coordinate Internal, Statutory, Tax, and other audits.
- Ensure timely submission of audit schedules and information.
- Track and close audit observations within agreed timelines.
- Maintain proper documentation and audit readiness.
5. Regulatory Reporting & Compliance
- Review and submit RBI and regulatory returns within due dates.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of RBI Returns (DNBS-1,DNBS-3, DNBS-4A/BB
- Liaise with regulators and auditors when required.
6. Process Improvement & Automation
- Drive finance process automation initiatives.
- Ensure system-based depreciation and asset accounting.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency improvement and control enhancement.
7. Learning & Development
- Continuously upgrade accounting, finance, and regulatory knowledge.
- Participate in professional certifications, training programs, and skill enhancement initiatives.
- Stay updated on accounting standards, RBI regulations, and industry practices.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Monthly financial statements finalized within T+3 days.
- MIS reports submitted within T+15 days.
- Month-end closing completed within T+1 day.
- Timely closure of audit observations.
- Zero errors/resubmissions in regulatory returns.
- Continuous professional development and knowledge enhancement.
Qualification
- CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) / M.Com or equivalent qualification.
Experience
- 4 – 5 years of experience in Financial Reporting, Accounting, MIS, Audit, and Regulatory Compliance.
- Experience in NBFC/BFSI sector preferred.
Required Skills
- Financial Reporting & Finalization of Accounts
- IND AS / Accounting Standards
- RBI Regulatory Reporting
- Audit Coordination
- MIS & Financial Analysis
- ERP Systems (SAP)
- Advanced Excel
- Process Automation & Controls
- Strong analytical and communication skills
Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Ownership & Accountability
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Stakeholder Management
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Team Collaboration