Assistant Manager – Chartered Accountant (Financial & Management Reporting)

Company Overview

Lumilens Inc is a high-growth, US-headquartered manufacturer specializing in advanced photonics products. The company supplies to one of the world’s largest hyperscalers and operates across the United States, Singapore, Thailand, and India. With a diversified global footprint and a multi-billion-dollar valuation, Lumilens Inc offers a dynamic work environment with significant international exposure and strong career growth opportunities.

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager – Chartered Accountant (Financial & Management Reporting) will support the financial reporting functions across multiple group entities. The role involves managing month-end close activities, cost center reporting, audit support, tax return preparation, and investor reporting. This position provides extensive exposure to multi-entity, multi-geography finance operations, working closely with cross-functional teams and senior finance leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close: Support timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and provisions in accordance with accounting standards and group policies.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Perform reconciliations across entities, follow up on open or aged items, and assist in trial balance preparation and general ledger review to ensure accuracy.
• Cost Centre Reporting: Prepare and analyze cost centre-wise reports, monitor budgets, track actual spends, and highlight variances with appropriate commentary. Support cost allocation and hierarchy updates within the ERP system.
• Audit Support: Assist in preparing audit schedules, working papers, and documentation for statutory, internal, and tax audits. Coordinate with auditors, respond to queries, and track open audit items to closure.
• Tax Return Support: Compile data for direct and indirect tax filings, reconcile tax ledgers, and coordinate with tax consultants to ensure timely submissions.
• Investor Reporting: Support the preparation of investor reports, management presentations, and board packs, ensuring accuracy and consistency of financial data and KPIs.
• Additional Support: Assist with ad hoc analysis, process improvements, automation initiatives, and ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and reporting deadlines. Liaise with cross-functional teams including Accounts Payable, Treasury, Tax, and FP&A.

Qualifications

• Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant (ICAI)
• Experience: 2–3 years of post-qualification experience in financial reporting, month-end close, or statutory/internal audit, preferably within a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS / Ind AS
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent)
  • Strong MS Excel skills; exposure to reporting or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) is desirable
  • Basic understanding of tax compliance (direct and indirect taxes)
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills for cross-functional coordination
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive, structured, and eager to learn

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in a Big 4 or audit firm articleship
• Exposure to multi-country financial operations
• Knowledge of tax regulations in different geographies
• Experience with automation tools and process improvements

Experience

• 2 to 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in financial reporting, audit support, or related finance roles within a multi-entity environment.

Environment

• The role is based in Gurugram, India, with a full-time employment setup.
• The work environment involves collaboration across multiple geographies, requiring effective communication and coordination.
• The position may involve working in a fast-paced, high-growth setting with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Salary

• Not specified; competitive compensation aligned with market standards for qualified professionals.

Growth Opportunities

• The role offers significant potential for career advancement within a globally recognized, high-growth company.
• Opportunities to gain exposure to international financial operations, senior leadership, and cross-functional projects.

Benefits

• Not specified; likely includes competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.