Assistant Manager || Accounts Payable

About the RoleWe are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Managerwith strong experience in accounting, payments, GST, TDS, provisions, and financeautomation. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical capabilities,process improvement mindset, and hands-on experience in managing financeoperations in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Financial Reporting Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate bookkeeping. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Pass accounting entries, accruals, and provisions in compliance withaccounting standards. Perform GL scrutiny, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Ensure timely month-end and year-end closure activities.Payments & Treasury Handle vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and bankingoperations. Ensure timely and accurate payment processing with proper approvals. Monitor cash flow and maintain payment schedules. Coordinate with banks and internal stakeholders for treasury-related activities.GST & TDS Compliance Manage end-to-end GST compliance including:o GST reconciliationo Return filing supporto ITC validationo Vendor GST compliance tracking Handle TDS calculations, deductions, reconciliations, and return filing support. Ensure compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations.Provisioning & Controls Prepare monthly provisions for expenses and liabilities. Ensure adequate financial controls and compliance processes are in place. Support internal and statutory audit requirements. Assist in implementing SOPs and process governance.

Automation & Process Improvement Drive finance automation initiatives and process optimization. Improve reporting efficiency using:o Excel automationo Google Sheetso ERP systemso Power BI / dashboards (preferred) Work on reducing manual dependency and improving turnaround time.Required Skills Strong knowledge of:o Accounting principleso GSTo TDSo Financial reportingo Provisions & reconciliations Good understanding of finance operations and internal controls. Advanced Excel skills (Pivot, Lookup, MIS reporting, automation). Experience with ERP systems such as:o SAP B1 Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.Preferred Qualifications CA Inter / MBA Finance / <B.Com> / M.Com Experience in startup or high-growth environments is preferred. Exposure to automation and process transformation projects will be an addedadvantage.What We Are Looking For Ownership mindset Strong attention to detail Process-driven approach Ability to manage deadlines effectively Good communication and stakeholder management skills