Accounts and Finance Specialist

About the job

Department: Finance Location: APAC-India Description Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and diligent Accounts and Finance Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience across tax, audit, accounts management, corporate accounting, and month-end closing activities. The role requires an operational experience in financial reporting, statutory compliance, and managing a range of financial functions with a good understanding of Indian taxation laws and fair understanding of US – GAAP with financial best practices. This role will oversee/perform the day-to-day finance & accounting operations including month closing, JE preparation, Balance sheet recon, compliance & audit coordination/support. Role expectations Key Responsibilities • Taxation: • Coordinate with KDP (Accounting & Taxation partners) for direct and indirect tax compliance, including GST, TDS, and Income Tax, Quarterly tax calculation, Transfer pricing quarterly working & annual true up, US-GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliation • Data reviewing monthly and quarterly tax filing, ensuring timely and accurate submission of returns with our Tax & Accounting partner team KDP. • Coordinate tax audits and assessments, data provider for tax authorities and external auditors. • Keep up to date with changes in tax regulations, being coordinator with IT on tax readiness & compliance requirements. • Audit Management: • Adherence to internal and statutory audits and accounting standards and compliance requirements. • Coordinate with external auditors for audit planning, execution, and reporting. • Review and resolve audit queries, providing required information to auditors in a timely manner. • Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and ensure accurate and compliant reporting. • Accounts & Finance: • Supervise the preparation and finalization of financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). • Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and work with the management team to address variances. • Ensure proper documentation and compliance with corporate accounting policies and regulatory standards. • Handle and oversee general ledger management, ensuring accurate journal entries. • Month-End Closing: • Execute month-end closing activities, ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and reconciled. • Prepare/Review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to ensure correctness. • Prepare month-end reports for management and ensure all reports are delivered on time. • Analyse month-end financial results and provide variance analysis to management. • Banking Coordination: • Coordination with bankers for releasing import payments • Banking compliances. • Compliance & Reporting: • Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST Act, US GAAP, Local GAAP , Transfer pricing and other relevant legislation. • Work closely with other departments, such as legal and HR, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications and Skills: • Education: o M.Com/MBA preferred/Inter CA / Inter CWA • Experience: o 5+ years of experience in finance and accounts, with background in tax, audit, and month-end closing. o Understanding Indian tax laws (GST, Income Tax, TDS, etc.), accounting standards (Ind AS, IGAAP), and statutory compliance. • Proficiency in financial accounting software (e.g., SAP, Tally, Oracle, QuickBooks, blackline) and MS Excel. • Skills & Competencies: • Understanding of financial reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial data in an understandable manner to non-financial stakeholders. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Desired Attributes • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. • Proactive, with a strategic mindset for improving financial processes. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Applicant Privacy Policy Review our Applicant Privacy Policy for additional information. Equal Opportunity Statement Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.

Requirements

• Tax Compliance
• Audit Management
• Financial Reporting
• Statutory Compliance
• Accounts Management

Qualifications

• M.Com
• MBA preferred
• Inter CA
• Inter CWA

Preferred Technologies

• Tax Compliance
• Audit Management
• Financial Reporting
• Statutory Compliance
• Accounts Management

About the company

Align Technology is a global medical device company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and marketing of 3D digital scanners and the Invisalign clear aligners system.