Assistant Manager - Finance

Company Description: CGH Earth

CGH Earth is a pioneer in the space of responsible and experiential tourism, operating a diverse portfolio of unique hotels, resorts, and wellness centers across South India. The group's operations are deeply rooted in three core, non-negotiable values: Caring for the Environment, Working with Local Communities, and Being One with the Local Ethos. As a pioneering family-owned enterprise, CGH Earth curates highly evolved, transformative travel experiences across the diverse landscapes of Southern India, fundamentally rooted in the ethos of conservation and local community empowerment. The brand is dedicated to preserving the natural environment and local culture, ensuring every guest experience is authentic, immersive, and sustainable.

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Finance

Department: Finance

Reports to: Assistant General Manager - Finance

Location: Corporate Office

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The Assistant Manager - Finance is a pivotal role responsible for supporting the Assistant GM - Finance in managing the complete financial cycle, from daily compliance to finalization and strategic reporting, for the CGH Earth corporate function. This position requires a technically strong and detail-oriented professional with a focus on statutory compliance and robust internal controls, essential for a multi-unit hospitality group committed to ethical and responsible business practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Finalization & MIS Reporting:
• Oversee and manage the complete finalization of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts in compliance with Indian GAAP.
• Prepare and analyze comprehensive Management Information System (MIS) reports, providing timely and insightful financial data and performance commentary to senior management for strategic decision-making.
• Perform detailed variance analysis (budget vs. actual) and financial modeling to forecast performance and identify areas for cost optimization across multiple properties.
• Statutory Compliance & Taxation:
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all direct and indirect tax returns, including Income Tax Return (ITR) filings and Goods and Services Tax (GST) filings.
• Manage all associated statutory compliances and documentation, ensuring the group remains in good standing with regulatory bodies.
• Handle Secretarial works pertaining to the company's compliance requirements, in coordination with the company secretary/legal team.
• Audit Management & Internal Control:
• Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits, preparing necessary schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Establish and maintain robust internal financial controls across all F&A processes to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and central statutory regulations relevant to the hospitality industry.
• Budgeting & Cost Management:
• Support the annual budgeting process and assist in developing periodic financial forecasts for the assigned business units.
• Analyze costs, with a focus on operational efficiency and tracking investments related to the group's sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance is required.
• CA Intermediate (Inter) Passed is a mandatory requirement for this vacancy.
• Experience: Minimum of 4-6 years of proven experience in the Finance & Accounts domain, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or multi-unit accounting role, preferably within the Hospitality Industry.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP, direct and indirect taxation (Income Tax, GST), and corporate compliance requirements.
• Software Skills: High proficiency in accounting software and hands-on experience with MS Excel for complex financial modeling and reporting.
• Attributes: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person