Assistant Accounts & Finance Manager

Education Industry Norm) Work Mode: In-office Location: Marol, Mumbai About IIDE IIDE is India's leading digital business school, offering industry-relevant programs in digital marketing, AI, and business. With a strong focus on experiential learning, we equip students, graduates, and working professionals with the skills required to thrive in today's digital-first world. Backed by a community of 500,000+ learners and 250+ industry experts, IIDE delivers hands-on training, real-world projects, and robust placement support. With campuses in Mumbai and Delhi, we continue to expand our presence across India and globally.

About the Role As the Assistant Manager - Finance at IIDE, Mumbai, you will play a pivotal role in managing the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, maintaining statutory compliance, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. This role involves leading a team of accountants, overseeing day-to-day accounting activities, managing financial statements, budgeting, taxation, audits, and cash flow while ensuring adherence to accounting standards and statutory requirements. You will work closely with the Senior Manager - Finance and the leadership team to strengthen financial processes, optimize financial performance, and contribute to the overall financial health and growth of the organization. What You'll Do

• Accounting Operations & Team Management:
• Supervise, mentor, and manage the finance team, providing guidance to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion of financial activities.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring adherence to accounting principles, internal controls, and the mercantile system of accounting.
• Manage accounting transactions and financial records using Tally, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Financial Reporting & Budgeting:
• Prepare and review financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop financial budgets, monitor income and expenses, and ensure effective financial planning.
• Conduct periodic budget variance analysis, identify deviations, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports and financial dashboards to support strategic decision-making.
• Taxation & Statutory Compliance:
• Ensure timely preparation, review, and filing of statutory returns, including GST, TDS, PF, ESIC, and Professional Tax (PT).
• Maintain compliance with applicable direct and indirect taxation laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support income tax-related matters, including tax computations, documentation, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor statutory deadlines and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance and minimize financial risks.
• Cash Flow Management, Reconciliation & Audit:
• Assist in managing organizational cash flow, working capital requirements, and financial liquidity.
• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts, fixed assets, inventory, and other financial records.
• Coordinate internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation, addressing audit queries, and liaising with auditors.
• Oversee expense management, vendor payments, and financial disbursements, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Financial Finalisation & Process Management:
• Assist in preparing and monitoring run-rate sheets to track financial performance and operational expenses.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual finalisation of accounts, ensuring timely and accurate financial closure.
• Review salary calculations and coordinate payroll-related financial activities as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen financial controls, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Additional Duties:
• Support company secretarial and regulatory documentation requirements as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve finance-related queries and ensure smooth financial operations.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support organizational planning and business growth.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by management, aligned with the broad scope of the position.

Requirements Who You Are

• Must-Have:
• CA-qualified candidates with a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, or graduates in Finance and Accounting with 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, financial management, and the mercantile system of accounting.
• Hands-on experience in managing accounting operations, financial reconciliations, budgeting, and finalisation of accounts.
• Thorough knowledge of statutory compliance requirements, particularly GST, TDS, PF, ESIC, and Professional Tax.
• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably Tally.
• Excellent numerical, mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience supervising accounting teams and managing multiple financial priorities.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Must be currently residing in Mumbai.
• Should Have:
• Experience managing audits, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Practical understanding of cash flow management, working capital planning, and financial budgeting.
• Experience preparing MIS reports, financial statements, variance analyses, and run-rate sheets.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, salary calculations, expense management, and vendor payments.
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to strengthen financial controls.
• Nice to Have:
• Prior experience working in the EdTech or education industry.
• Experience working with a reputed accounting firm or a growth-oriented organization.
• Familiarity with company secretarial requirements and corporate regulatory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Benefits Why Join IIDE? •Work with one of India's fastest-growing digital education brands. •Gain exposure to end-to-end financial operations, accounting, taxation, budgeting, and statutory compliance. •Take ownership of critical finance functions while contributing to organizational growth and financial stability. •Collaborate directly with senior finance leaders and management on strategic financial initiatives. •Lead and develop a team while strengthening your leadership and financial management capabilities. •Be part of a collaborative, high-growth work environment that encourages continuous learning, professional development, and process innovation. Who You'll Thrive As You're someone who: •Takes ownership of financial operations and is committed to maintaining accuracy, transparency, and compliance. •Has strong financial acumen and can translate complex financial information into meaningful business insights. •Enjoys leading and mentoring teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and high performance. •Is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in identifying financial risks and improving processes. •Can efficiently manage multiple priorities, meet statutory deadlines, and perform effectively in a dynamic work environment. •Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment when handling confidential financial information. •Is passionate about contributing to a growth-oriented organization and supporting its long-term financial success.