About the role
The core responsibilities for the job include the following:
Statutory and Finance Audit Support:
- Compile, collate, and present financial data required for statutory and other audits.
- Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, tax consultants, and other external agencies.
- Prepare audit schedules including Trial Balance and ledger extracts, Financial Statements schedules for statutory audits and Limited Reviews.
- Maintain proper documentation and records required for audits and statutory compliance.
- Preparation of Cash Flow Statements.
- Ensure timely submission of audit queries, explanations, and supporting documents.
- Track audit observations and assist in closure of audit points.
- Liaise with various other departments for data collection.
MIS Preparation and Reporting:
- Prepare periodic MIS reports (monthly/quarterly) covering: Sales, purchases, margins, and stock movement, Store-wise / showroom-wise performance.
- Gross margin and wastage analysis.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of data across MIS and books of accounts.
- Support management with customized reports as and when required.
- Ensure timely and accurate data flow from ERP/accounting systems.
- Maintain confidentiality and data integrity at all times.
Requirements:
- Qualification: M. Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter or equivalent.
- Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in audit support, MIS, or finance roles (jewellery/retail/manufacturing industry preferred).
Desired Skills and Competencies:
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and audit requirements.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PPTs, and ERP/accounting software.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with auditors and other departments.
- Strong analytical, reconciliation, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple data requests.
- Familiarity with jewelry industry operations and reporting practices (preferred).