Manager, Accounting & Tax Compliance

Job Summary

The Manager of Accounting & Tax Compliance at Ryan India Tax Services Pvt Ltd is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing financial compliance across Ryan’s India operations and other non-US entities. This position demands expertise in maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing financial statements, filing statutory returns, and ensuring full adherence to regulatory requirements. The role involves close collaboration with domestic and international teams to support timely and accurate financial reporting, while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the India accounting team to ensure that books are maintained in compliance with both US GAAP and India GAAP, aligned with the parent company’s policies. Recruit and develop accounting staff based on evolving business needs to build a skilled and efficient team. Establish and maintain robust processes and controls for financial close and reporting cycles to guarantee accuracy and timeliness.

Keep senior leadership informed on India compliance matters and provide proactive updates to both international and India liaison teams. Prepare monthly financial reports for internal management and the US finance team, ensuring precision and adherence to deadlines. Develop and nurture professional relationships with auditors, solicitors, bankers, and statutory bodies to facilitate smooth compliance operations.

Collaborate closely with finance and legal teams to ensure full statutory compliance. Design, enhance, and manage internal accounting policies and practices to maintain compliance within India. Drive process improvements aimed at streamlining reporting and increasing accuracy and efficiency. Oversee payments between the company, vendors, and service providers.

Conduct gap analyses and recommend solutions to optimize accounting processes and tax compliance. Prepare, analyze, and report financial statements and supporting schedules in line with statutory requirements. Maintain books for the India entity and ensure timely filing of statutory forms, including Income Tax (Corporate Tax), Sales/Service Tax, and GST.

Assist with statutory financial and tax audits, providing oversight on procurement contracts and purchase orders from a finance perspective. Support India entity banking operations by maintaining banking relationships and performing reconciliations as necessary. Analyze revenues, commissions, and expenses to ensure accurate recording.

Document and monitor internal controls, developing solutions to address emerging financial challenges. Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and legislation to ensure ongoing compliance. Handle additional finance-related responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Commerce (MCOM) or an MBA with a focus on Finance is essential, along with CA or CA-Final qualification in Finance. Candidates should have 7 to 8 years of comprehensive experience in domestic accounting, tax, and compliance. A strong understanding of accounting theory and its practical application is critical.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and accounting software is required. The role requires flexibility to work shifts aligned with US time zones, including early mornings, late evenings, and occasional overtime. Effective communication skills for interacting with teams in India and the US via email and telephone are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Certification as a Chartered Accountant is preferred. Familiarity with Access database is advantageous but not mandatory. Ryan offers a global, award-winning culture with a flexible work environment, generous paid time off, and world-class benefits and compensation.

Employees enjoy rapid growth opportunities, company-sponsored two-way transportation, and significant career advancement potential. Ryan is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates with disabilities and veterans.

This role calls for a proactive leader who can ensure compliance, drive continuous process improvements, and uphold the company’s financial integrity within a dynamic and expanding organization.