Aster DM Quality Care - Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Finance Governance & Controls - CA

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented finance professional to manage financial reporting, statutory compliance, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise in accounting standards, corporate laws, and tax regulations, with the ability to perform analytical reviews, identify risks, and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for Statutory Audit, Internal Financial Controls (IFC) Audit, Tax Audit, and Cost Audit, coordinating with auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of audit requirements.
• Review standalone and consolidated financial statements to ensure compliance with applicable Accounting Standards (Ind AS), Companies Act, and other statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Review financial schedules, reconciliations, and supporting data before submission to auditors, regulatory authorities, or other external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Ensure timely resolution of audit observations and monitor the closure of audit action points through effective coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Perform monthly and quarterly reviews of the Fixed Asset Register (FAR), ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Drive finance process automation through advanced Excel, VBA/macros, and other automation tools to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Review financial policies, SOPs and internal controls, identifying opportunities for process improvements and control enhancements.
• Interpret and apply the latest developments in Ind AS, direct and indirect taxation, and corporate laws to ensure ongoing compliance and support business decisions.
• Perform detailed analytical reviews and data-driven assessments to identify anomalies, unusual trends, control gaps, and potential financial or operational risks, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
• Support process improvement initiatives by strengthening financial controls, enhancing reporting quality, and driving automation where feasible.
• Collaborate effectively with finance, operations, and business teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues.
• Willingness to travel domestically as and when required depending upon organizational requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 2 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, audits, or controllership.
• Strong working knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act, Income Tax provisions, GST, and other applicable corporate laws.
• Experience in handling Statutory, IFC, Tax, and Cost Audits.
• Proficiency in financial statement preparation and review.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems such as Oracle.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach towards identifying risks and recommending process improvements.
• High level of ownership, integrity, and professional ethics.
• Enthusiasm for deep-diving into financial data to identify anomalies and business risks.