Finance Manager

Position Title: Finance Head

Location: Kinfra Electronic Manufacturing Cluster, Kakkanad, Kochi

Joining Requirement: Immediate

About AQOZA:

AQOZA specializes in advanced air purification and gas phase filtration solutions, dedicated to delivering clean air, enhancing health, and fostering sustainable environments. Our philosophy, Breathing Lives, underscores our commitment to innovative air quality solutions that enhance industrial operations while safeguarding public health and the environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy & Planning

• Lead annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and 5-year strategic planning
• Align financial plans with business goals

2. Accounting, Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely MIS, P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting
• Ensure statutory and tax compliance (GST, TDS, ROC, Income Tax, etc.)
• Liaise with auditors and consultants to ensure clean audits

3. Indirect tax/Direct tax management (GST & Income tax).

· Manage end to end compliance with GST/income tax regulations.

· Prepare and file all statutory returns (Direct & Indirect tax) as per law and ensure 100% accuracy and timeliness.

· Regularly update and implement statutory changes relate to taxation in the business process and system.

· Ensure timely availment of input tax credits (ITC) and perform regular 2A and 2B reconciliation.

· Manage litigations relate to GST/Income tax

4. Process Automation & Tools

• Drive full implementation and optimization of Zoho Books or ERP
• Automate recurring tasks (payroll, invoicing, vendor payments, reporting)

5. Cost Control & Project Visibility

• Develop cost tracking and variance reports for each project
• Monitor working capital, collections, credit control, and vendor payouts
• Provide financial insights to project and sales teams for better margin control

6. Team Management & Development

• Lead and mentor the finance team to improve capability, adaptability, and digital maturity
• Build a culture of ownership, speed, and interdepartmental coordination

Education & Qualifications

CA or MBA (Finance)

Experience

• 9+ years in finance, with 3+ years in a leadership role

Key Competencies

• Experience in implementing financial systems (Zoho, Tally Prime, or ERP)
• Strong business acumen with ability to influence cross-functional leaders
• Familiarity with project-based costing and budgeting
• Ability to work under pressure in a growth-stage company

KPI Expectations (First 6–12 Months)

• 100% automation of recurring tasks by Q3 FY25-26
• Clean and timely monthly MIS starting within 60 days of joining
• Complete project cost tracking system in place within 90 days
• Improve internal department coordination score by 50% in 6 months

Salary Package

• 14-16 LPA

Perks & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team
• Growth and learning opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,400,000.00 - ₹1,600,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person