Financial controller

Manager - Finance (Controllership) - India's Largest Digital Freight Network, Mumbai

Job Summary: India's fast-growing logistics-technology company is looking for a Chartered Accountant for a Manager - Finance (Controllership) role with 2+ years of post-qualification experience and a strong articleship in taxation, backed by solid knowledge of income tax, GST, and Ind AS. The ideal candidate is Excel-proficient, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities independently under tight deadlines.

About the company: Our client is India's largest road freight technology platform, currently processing close to 4% of the country's freight volume—with an ambitious goal of reaching 20% by 2028. Already a category leader, the company is expanding beyond its core software offering into freight marketplaces and supply chain financing, targeting $100 M in revenue by 2028.

Location: Andheri, Mumbai

Designation: Manager - Finance (Controllership)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Direct & Indirect Tax Compliance

Preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3 B, GSTR-9, GSTR-9 C). Handling of GST reconciliations (books vs GSTR 2 A/2 B/1). Preparation and submission of TDS returns (24 Q, 26 Q) and issuance of Form 16/16 A. Handling of income tax assessments, tax computations, and payment of advance taxes. Liaison with tax consultants and preparation of necessary schedules and documents for tax audits and filings. Monitoring changes in tax laws and ensuring timely implementation of amendments.

2. Month-End & Year-End Book Closure

Ensure timely monthly closure of books in compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS preferred). Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and provisions. Perform general ledger scrutiny and reconciliations. Coordinate with internal teams for accurate accounting and reporting.

3. Preparation of Financial Statements

Assist in preparation of standalone and consolidated financials as per Ind AS/Companies Act, 2013. Drafting of notes to accounts and supporting audit schedules. Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and tax consultants.

4. Budgeting & Forecasting

Support in preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and variance analysis. Track actual vs. budgeted expenses and revenue; provide timely insights to management. Support financial planning activities and help identify areas for cost optimization.

5. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Ensure compliance with statutory requirements under the Companies Act, FEMA, and other applicable regulations. Preparation of data for ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7, etc.) in coordination with the company secretary. Support RBI compliance (FLA, FC-GPR, etc.) where applicable.

Requirement:

Knowledge of income tax, GST laws, and Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS). Excellent MS Excel skills and working knowledge of accounting software (Zoho/Quick Books/Tally). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail with a sense of ownership. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks under tight timelines.

Education: Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience: 2+ years of experience with strong CA article-ship experience in Taxation

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Contact Details: For more details on this vacancy, contact Ayush at

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