We are seeking a Team Lead - Finance to manage end-to-end AP and finance operations, month-end closing, reconciliations, GST/TDS, and statutory compliances.

Job Overview

As a Team Lead - Finance at Keywords Studios, you will play a critical role in managing the finance operations of our organization. You will be responsible for overseeing accounts payable, month-end closing, and statutory compliances.

Requirements

Education & Experience

M.Com or MBA in Finance
5-8 years of relevant hands-on experience in corporate finance, accounts payable, taxation, and statutory compliances

Technical & Functional Skills

Strong technical working knowledge of Direct & Indirect Taxation (GST, TDS, Tax Audits)
Hands-on experience in Accounts Payable management and MSME compliance tracking
Demonstrated capability in statutory audit management and month-end financial close
Proficiency in ERP platforms such as Oracle NetSuite, Tally, or similar accounting software
Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools (MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Soft Skills & Attributes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective stakeholder management
Strong analytical, time-management, and problem-solving abilities

Role & Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Operations Management

Independently manage the complete Accounts Payable (AP) process, ensuring three-way matching across purchase orders, goods/services rendered, agreements, delivery challans, and departmental approvals
Process vendor payments accurately within agreed credit terms and track MSME vendors to comply with regulatory standards
Oversee employee reimbursement workflows and invoice management systems
Manage inter-company transactions, recharges, and monthly inter-company reconciliations

Month-End Closing & Financial Accounting

Manage month-end financial closing activities, including the preparation of Fixed Asset Register (FAR), prepayments, accruals, and provisions for leave encashment and gratuity
Prepare and maintain balance sheet schedules, journal entries, and general ledger accounts
Perform daily bank balance reviews and monthly bank reconciliations

Direct & Indirect Taxation & Statutory Compliance

Handle GST compliance including timely filing of monthly returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B), input tax reconciliations (GSTR-2B/IMS), annual returns (GSTR-9 & 9C), and GST refund processing
Oversee Direct Tax compliances, including monthly TDS calculations, deposit, quarterly returns, and coordination with tax consultants
Ensure timely deposit and filing for statutory liabilities including PF, ESI, Labour Welfare Fund (LWF), and Professional Tax (PT)

Banking, Audits & MIS Reporting

Oversee banking operations, cash flow statements, fund transfers, and inward/outward remittances
Facilitate statutory, internal, and group audits by preparing supporting schedules, audit files, and resolving audit queries
Prepare ad-hoc financial reports, variance analysis, and MIS details for management decision-making

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