MIS & Compliance Specialist
Owns statutory compliance execution and monthly management reporting for the deployed engagement team.
Reports To
Senior Accountant (on-site) and Firm Partner
Team
Works alongside the Senior Accountant and Jr. Accounts Executive
Software
Zoho Books (mandatory); Zoho Payroll / Zoho Expense exposure preferred
Work Location
In person — Company office
Role Summary
The MIS & Compliance Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of all statutory compliance filings — GST, TDS, and Income Tax — and for compiling the monthly MIS pack presented to management. This is an execution and coordination role: the incumbent prepares, reconciles, and files, while the Senior Accountant reviews and signs off. The role requires someone comfortable owning deadlines independently and flagging issues proactively rather than waiting to be asked.
Key Responsibilities
GST Compliance
- Prepare and file monthly/quarterly GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B within statutory due dates.
- Prepare annual GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C in coordination with the Senior Accountant and statutory auditor.
- Perform Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation against GSTR-2B on a monthly basis and follow up on mismatches with vendors.
- Respond to routine GST department correspondence and notices, escalating complex matters to the Senior Accountant.
TDS & Income Tax Compliance
- Compute and process monthly TDS deductions and ensure timely challan payments.
- Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns and issue Form 16/16A and other required certificates.
- Compute advance tax liability and ensure timely quarterly payment.
- Support preparation and filing of the Income Tax Return, and assist with responses to routine notices under the Income Tax Act, 2025.
Payroll-Linked Statutory Compliance
- Review PF, ESIC, PT, and LWF computations processed by the Accounts Executive; ensure monthly challan payments and filings are completed on schedule.
MIS & Management Reporting
- Compile the monthly MIS pack — P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Budget vs. Actuals, AP/AR ageing, and project-wise cost tracking — on Zoho Books.
- Maintain project-wise and grant-wise expenditure trackers to support Statements of Expenditure (SoE) and Utilisation Certificates (UC).
- Ensure MIS data is reconciled to the books before submission to the Senior Accountant for review.
Audit & Documentation Support
- Assemble compliance schedules, reconciliation working papers, and supporting documentation for Statutory Audit and Tax Audit.
- Maintain an audit-ready trail for all GST, TDS, and Income Tax filings, including acknowledgements and payment proofs.
Compliance Calendar Ownership
- Track and maintain the firm's Compliance & Reporting Calendar for all GST, TDS, and Income Tax deliverables; proactively flag upcoming due dates to the Senior Accountant.
Candidate Requirements
- Education: B.Com / M.Com, or equivalent; a professional qualification in progress (CA-Inter / CMA-Inter) is an added advantage but not mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum 3-4 years in direct and indirect tax compliance (GST, TDS) and MIS reporting, preferably in a CA firm, tax consultancy, or in-house finance function.
- Software: Working knowledge of Zoho Books is required; prior exposure to GST/TDS filing utilities (GSTN portal, TRACES) is essential.
- Skills: Strong command of Excel (pivot tables, lookups); ability to independently reconcile data and prepare management-ready reports.
- Attributes: Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable owning statutory filings end-to-end with minimal supervision; able to communicate clearly with the Senior Accountant on exceptions and risks.
What This Role Offers
Direct exposure to a full-scope R&D and grant-funded entity's compliance function, with a clear reporting line to the Senior Accountant and Firm Partner — a strong platform for professionals building toward a senior compliance or controllership career.
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
