Deputy Manager Finance

Job Title: Deputy Manager - Finance

Location: Andheri

Reports To: Senior Manager - Finance

COMPANY BACKGROUND

The organization is a technology-driven provider of specialized solutions for Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management, empowering clients through advanced analytics and process automation. Focused on operational efficiency, financial improvement, and data-driven decision-making, this organization is a trusted partner to numerous healthcare chains. With manpower of 7,500+, it is having global presence (5-6 international entities) across 3 geographies. The Company has reported double digit growth on Revenue and Margins over last decade. The Company growth is also supported by inorganic transactions. The Company has a strong emphasis on technology and data insights, it maintains a dynamic and supportive work culture, enabling its team members to grow and excel.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced and meticulous Deputy Manager Audit to join our audit team and ensure the integrity of our financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in auditing, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex audit projects. This role requires excellent technical knowledge for the purpose of financial reporting, (Companies Act, Ind AS, US GAAP/IFRS, CARO etc.) a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to enhance our internal controls and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit Coordination: Coordinate with external auditors to ensure timely and efficient completion of audit processes, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Audit Planning and Execution: Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of financial and operational audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Financial Statement Analysis: Analyze financial statements and related data to identify discrepancies, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Scrutiny of the books of accounts: Perform monthly GL scrutiny for all the entities in the group to verify the accounting entries and ensure appropriate accounting in compliance with the accounting standards.
• Critical accounting matters and evaluating key transactions: Lead the accounting for key matters including Business combinations, Capitalization of internally generated software, Revenue recognition in compliance with the accounting standards.
• Internal Controls Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and provide recommendations for improvements to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure the organization adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, and provide updates to external auditors.
• Process Improvement: Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for audit processes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Collaboration with Departments: Work closely with various departments to address audit findings, implement corrective actions, and improve overall internal controls.
• Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential areas of concern and develop strategies to address them.
• Training and Development: Provide training and support to accounts team on audit processes and compliance requirements to ensure readiness for external audits.

QUALIFICATION & SKILLS

• Education: Chartered (CA) preferred, with a focus on Audit, Accounting, Finance or a related discipline preferably from Big4.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Familiarity with ERP systems like Tally, SAP or Oracle is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is an added advantage.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Key Expertise Areas:
• Financial statement audits and compliance.
• GL Scrutiny
• Knowledge of Ind AS, IFRS, Companies Act, CARO.
• Risk assessment and internal control evaluation.
• Ensure timely compliance with regulations and standards.
• Regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Budget variance analysis and forecasting in audit contexts.

SOFT SKILLS / TRAITS

• Analytical Mindset: Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights and accurate accounting of records.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in data handling, analysis, and reporting, maintaining high standards in audit processes.
• Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations and other departments as and when required.
• Proactive and Organized: Self-motivated, able to handle multiple priorities, and work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely compliance with regulations and standards.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex analyses for stakeholders and provide clear clarifications on audit discussions.

Experience

• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in audit management, with an exposure on overseeing audits for US subsidiaries.
• Experience of working with senior leadership in Finance and with the audit firms.