Head of Corporate Finance

EXCEL MARITIME & LOGISTICS PVT LTD · India

Job Title: Finance Head – Audit & Compliance

Experience: 8–12+ Years

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Level: Senior Management / Auditor Level

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Finance Head – Audit & Compliance to lead the company’s financial operations, accounting, audit, taxation, compliance, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in handling audits, statutory compliance, financial controls, and overall finance management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the company’s complete finance and accounting functions.
• Manage internal, statutory, and tax audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and MIS reports.
• Handle GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI and other statutory compliances.
• Monitor accounts payable, receivable, cash flow, banking, and fund management.
• Establish and maintain strong financial controls and accounting processes.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Identify financial risks and implement appropriate control measures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with management, auditors, consultants, banks, and government authorities.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, profitability, and financial performance.
• Lead and guide the finance/accounts team.
• Support management with financial analysis and strategic decision-making.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of financial records.

Required Qualifications

• CA / CMA / MBA Finance / M.Com or equivalent qualification.
• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounts, Audit, and Compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, statutory audit, and financial reporting .
• Experience in managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Tally / ERP / MS Excel and other accounting software.

Preferred Profile

• Candidates with Audit / CA firm experience will be preferred.
• Experience in handling finance independently at a senior level.
• Strong communication and team-management skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.