Associate Manager

About Shalina Healthcare: We are one of the largest, privately owned pharmaceutical businesses across Africa (Global Head Quarters- Dubai, UAE) with recent forays across multiple, new lines of businesses, viz., Digital Healthcare, Diagnostics, Consumer Healthcare, etc. Over the last 40 years, operating across multiple geographies, we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products, across a broad range of therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, respiratory, gastrointestinal, nutrition, oral care, dermatology, sexual well-being, and antiseptic liquids & soaps. Leading brands, great teams and a focus on influencing the well-being of people have made Shalina a household name in Africa. We have a track record few can match, and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa. We are proud of our history and have big ambitions for the future. Our vision for 2030 is to be the health champion of Sub-Saharan Africa. To achieve this, we are looking for the right people to join us and create a lasting impact not just within our company but on the communities that we serve; people who identify with our Core Values and are as passionate about our Mission as we are. Website Role & responsibilities Department: Accounts & Finance Qualification: Chartered Accountant Designation: Associate Manager - Accounts & Finance Role: Accounting & Taxation Reporting to: DGM- Accounts & Finance Location: Turbhe (Navi Mumbai) What to expect: - Evaluate changes in the Income Tax (IT) Laws that impact companys business and tax compliance - Ensure timely Guidance regarding changes in laws/interpretations - Assisting in preparing monthly MIS for management review. - Monthly Ledger Scrutiny & closing of accounts before close of period. - Finalization of accounts from statutory perspective. - Support for Annual Statutory Audit. - Assisting in preparation of various budgets for the Company. - Assisting in preparation of monthly PPT for management review. - Preparing monthly report for budget v/s actual utilisation. - Ensure adequate and timely payment of advance tax for the company - Filing of various monthly / yearly GST returns (GSTR1 / GSTR 3B / GSTR 9 & 9C). - Filing Job Work Compliance report of ITC 04. - Assisting in filing at GST Appeal & Attending before Authority. - Assisting in GST Departmental Audit. - Completion of TAX Audit. - Assisting in completion of Transfer Pricing Audit. - Assisting in file Master File under Income Tax Act for Group entity. - Assisting in filing of various Income Tax Returns. - Verification of Expenses Voucher (Control /Approval Compliances with Tax laws (GST & TDS) - To implement changes of Income Tax Law/GST Law/Customs Law impacting company including SAP systems updating. Compliance & Controls: - Ensure to implement changes in accounts and taxation laws. - Ensure adherence to company policies and standard operating procedures. - Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all financial transactions. - Support implementation and strengthening of internal controls Preferred candidate profile - Professional qualification CA. - Minimum of 4-6years of relevant experience. Skills & Competencies: - In-depth knowledge of GST, advance tax, Income tax. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - High ethical standards and attention to detail. - Knowledge of ERP system (SAP), Advance Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Data Analytics. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.