Finance & Accounting Manager

Location: Kolkata, India
Department: Finance & Accounts

Our client , the creative and digital services division of a global company, partners with global organizations across industries to deliver marketing, design, and technology solutions. We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Finance & Accounting Manager to take ownership of our financial operations, compliance obligations, and reporting requirements. This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced agency environment and is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and driving financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Taxation

• Manage all statutory compliance, including GST, TDS, and other applicable government taxes.

• Monitor updates in company law, direct and indirect tax regulations, and ensure timely implementation within company processes.

• Coordinate with external consultants for PF, Client, and other labor-related compliance filings.

Audit & Controls

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual audits with external auditors.

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and ensure timely reconciliations of all ledgers.

• Strengthen internal controls to mitigate risk and ensure adherence to company policies.

Financial Operations

• Oversee salary disbursement, reimbursements, petty cash, vendor payments, and all other company transactions.

• Support payroll operations from a finance perspective, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with statutory deductions, and timely salary payments.

• Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and timely processing of expenses.

• Manage cash flow planning to maintain healthy liquidity for operations.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Prepare and analyze income and expenditure statements, client billing and collection reports, and P&L analysis.

• Support senior management in annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting cycles, providing insights and recommendations to improve profitability.

• Partner with account management teams to monitor client-level profitability and financial performance.

Reporting & MIS

• Deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports for management.

• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and dashboards as required by leadership.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with external partners (auditors, tax consultants, banks) and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.

• Act as the single point of contact for all finance-related queries

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CA, CMA, or MBA (Finance) preferred.

• Experience: 4–7 years of experience managing end-to-end finance operations, preferably in a creative agency, professional services firm, or mid-sized organization.

• Strong understanding of Indian accounting standards, taxation laws, payroll compliance, and statutory requirements.

• Proficiency with Zoho Books or similar accounting/ERP software.

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Advanced Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, lookups, dashboards).

  • Familiarity with AI-powered tools for data analysis and process automation is a strong plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent stakeholder communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot financial discrepancies quickly.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver under tight deadlines.

• Organized and self-driven, with a passion for numbers and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead finance operations for a growing creative and digital business.

• Work closely with leadership and directly influence budgeting, payroll compliance, forecasting, and profitability strategy.

• Exposure to global clients and cross-functional collaboration.

• Competitive salary package with benefits, PF contributions, and opportunities for professional growth and development.