Deputy General Manager – Finance

• Financial Accounting & Reporting: Supervise timely and accurate closure of books of accounts for the parent company and subsidiaries
• Ensure full compliance with IndAS, statutory audit requirements, and internal controls
• Review and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and MIS reports
• Implement best-in-class accounting practices and process standardization
• Group Consolidation: Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements of the Knest Group in accordance with IndAS
• Coordinate with subsidiary finance teams to ensure consistency in accounting policies and reporting formats
• Manage consolidated audit processes and liaise with statutory auditors
• Taxation & Compliance: Oversee all aspects of Direct Tax and Indirect Tax compliance across group entities
• Ensure timely return filings, assessments, reconciliations, and closure of tax matters
• Provide strategic tax planning support and advice on cross-border transactions and transfer pricing
• Liaise effectively with tax authorities and consultants
• Financial Controls, Governance & IPO Preparedness: Strengthen internal financial controls and risk management frameworks across the group
• Ensure adherence to company policies, SOPs, and regulatory compliance
• Lead initiatives to enhance financial governance, transparency, and documentation standards in preparation for the Company’s future IPO
• Coordinate data readiness, audit trail integrity, and due diligence documentation for potential investors and regulatory bodies
• Support the CFO in aligning reporting systems, internal controls, and disclosures with SEBI and listing requirements
• Business Support & Strategic Finance: Collaborate with the CFO on budgeting, cash flow management, and cost optimization
• Provide analytical insights, MIS, and financial models to support strategic decision-making
• Partner with cross-functional teams for new business initiatives, fund-raising, and capital structuring
• Support long-term financial planning and performance tracking aligned with organizational goals

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – mandatory
• Minimum 10–12 years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts, preferably in a manufacturing company
• In-depth technical expertise in IndAS, GST, Income Tax, and SAP (FI/CO module)
• Proven experience in Group Consolidation, Statutory Audit, and Financial Reporting
• Prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm preferred
• Experience in managing large finance teams (15–20 members) and multi-entity structures

Exposure to IPO preparation, investor due diligence, or PE-backed governance structures will be a strong advantage