Financial & Legal Consultant (Finance, Tax Regulations, And Planning )-Government Advisory

Job Title: Financial & Legal Consultant

Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh

Service Line- Government & Public Sector

Sub Service Line- Digital Government Advisory (DGA)

Work Arrangement- Client Location, on-site

>>About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories and have over 265,000 people working in member firms around the world. At KPMG in India, we are committed to delivering high-quality services that help our clients navigate complex challenges and drive sustainable growth.

>>About the Digital Government Advisory Team

KPMG Indias Digital Government Advisory (DGA) practice helps government bodies modernize public services through technology. It offers strategic consulting, digital architecture, and sector-specific solutions across areas like transport, water, justice, and finance. The team enables large-scale e-Governance, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and citizen experience.

>>About the Role:

The Financial & Legal consultant will be responsible for driving financial accuracy, legal compliance, contract management, and regulatory alignment to support project operations. The role involves ensuring proper reconciliation, advising on legal aspects, managing procurement, and coordinating with stakeholders across departments.

>>Key Responsibilities:

1. Reconciliation

• Perform periodic account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Reconcile payment gateway transactions.
• Verify and match EMD and tender fee records.
• Reconcile and track refunds.

2. Legal Review & Regulatory Advisory

• Review relevant laws, regulations, and contractual documents.
• Identify potential legal and regulatory risks.
• Provide recommendations to ensure legal alignment.
• Draft MoUs, contracts, agreements, and RFP documents.

3. Contract & Procurement Support

• Prepare and review procurement-related documents.
• Draft and support negotiation of contracts.
• Ensure compliance with procurement norms and guidelines.
• Assist in evaluation and selection of vendors.

• Ensure adherence to financial, tax, and corporate compliance requirements.
• Advise on governance structures and best practices.
• Monitor internal and external audit processes.

5. Finance & Budget Management

• Assist in budget preparation and fund allocation.
• Track expenditure and financial performance.
• Develop financial guidelines and standard processes.

6. Legal Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Identify legal risks across operational areas.
• Recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support dispute resolution processes when required.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare financial, legal, and compliance reports.
• Develop formats, templates, and documentation standards.
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and final reports as per project needs.

8. Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with departments such as legal, finance, procurement, and project teams.
• Facilitate communication among internal and external stakeholders.

9. Capacity Building

• Conduct training and workshops on financial and legal processes.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training materials.

10. Other Responsibilities

• Support additional accounting and financial management tasks as assigned.
• Contribute to process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.

>>Education:

Any relevant Graduation / MBA (Finance) / CA / CFA / CS / ICWA

>>Experience

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  Minimum 5+ years in Finance, Tax Regulations, and Planning
• Prior IT sector experience preferred
• Government project experience preferred

>>Preferred Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial regulations, taxation, and corporate compliance.
• Experience working on government projects, including tendering and public procurement processes.
• Prior involvement in IT or tech?driven environments.
• Hands-on experience in contract drafting, vendor management, and legal documentation.
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial tools, and reconciliation processes.
• Knowledge of payment gateways, financial systems, MIS tools, and ERP platforms.
• Exposure to audit procedures, statutory compliance, and regulatory frameworks.

>>Skills & Competencies

• Financial analysis, budgeting, and fund management
• Contract drafting, legal interpretation, and regulatory documentation
• Procurement rules (GFR, e?procurement, tendering norms)
• Taxation and compliance (Direct/Indirect taxes, GST, TDS etc.)
• Reconciliation of accounts, payment gateways, EMD/tender fees
• Risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Strong documentation, report writing, and SOP development

>> Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) and wellness programs
• Competitive pay with performance bonuses and retirement benefits
• Flexible work options and generous paid time off, including parental and sabbatical leave
• Professional development through certifications, global mobility, and learning platforms
• Inclusive culture with recognition programs, volunteering opportunities, and employee engagement initiatives

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