Job Description – Manager / Assistant Manager – Finance & Legal Compliance

Job Summary

We are looking for a Finance & Legal Compliance professional with strong knowledge of taxation, commercial laws, contracts, and financial compliance. The role will support management in managing legal, commercial, tax, and financial risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal and commercial guidance to Finance and senior management.
  
• Handle legal and compliance matters related to GST, Income Tax, Companies Act, Contract Act, MSME Act, and other applicable laws.
  
• Review contracts, agreements, POs, work orders, leases, and banking documents.
  
• Identify and assess legal, financial, and commercial risks.
  
• Draft legal opinions, compliance notes, risk assessments, and replies to statutory notices.
  
• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits.
  
• Conduct legal due diligence for business proposals and expansion projects.
  
• Track legal amendments, notifications, and judicial developments and assess their business impact.
  
• Maintain legal/commercial templates and documentation.
  
• Coordinate with advocates and external consultants on litigation and legal matters.
  

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of taxation, commercial laws, and compliance.
  
• Good understanding of accounting and financial statements.
  
• Strong legal drafting and documentation skills.
  
• Good analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP, and documentation management.
  
• Ability to manage confidential information and statutory deadlines.