Manager - Finance Controller

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

About BNP Paribas Group:

 BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

About Business line/Function:

Finance is one of the Key Support Function responsible for the Financial Control of the organization. The activities handled by the team includes, Expenses Management, Banking, Fund Management, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Compliance Management, Tax Operations, Invoicing and Collection, Audits and responsible in producing the Financial Statements of the entity.

Job Title:

Manager

Date:

April 2024

Department:

ISPL-Financial Control

Location:

Bangalore

Business Line / Function:

Finance

Reports to:

(Direct)

VP – Financial Control

Grade: 

(if applicable)

(Functional)

Number of Direct Reports:

NIL

Directorship / Registration:

NA

Position Purpose

The position of Manager is for Chartered Accountant with post qualification experience in the field of Taxation. The person would be responsible for tax compliance to ensure that the day-to-day tax operations are undertaken as per designed processes and resultant controls are carried out in order to demonstrate high levels of personal integrity in the conduct of the affairs of the tax function. 

The person acts as a team player by undertaking the tasks for the tax function and hence thereby, assisting the VP to effectively manage the function to carry out the activities as planned.

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

1.       Compliance with all direct tax laws and support in indirect tax compliances

2.       Relationship management with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders (internal auditors, external auditors, Tax authorities, Tax consultants etc.)

3.       Manage payment of TDS liability, Advance tax and other statutory payment

4.       Handling and completion of TP Audit and Tax Audits

5.       Management and handling of Corporate Tax Assessments, TP assessments

6.       Support in management and handling of GST audits.

7.       Computation of quarterly and annual provision for tax.

8.       Management Reporting and presentation

9.       Responsible for robust operational and accounting controls for all the process, payments, returns etc. and ensure compliance with tax controls as per group norms as well as for ICFR purpose.

10.   Responsible for Schedule preparation for statutory audit closure and to liaise with auditors if required, to provide clarifications and to share necessary supporting.

11.   Contribute to any projects / initiatives that create efficiency

Contributing Responsibilities

1.       Stakeholder management & organize meetings

2.       Support on any request from senior management within short span of time

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

-  Expert Knowledge of Tax laws

-  Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills and expertise in subject Knowledge.

-  Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, prioritizes multiple tasks, and meets strict deadlines.

-  Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS-Word & Excel skills required.

-  Excellent communication skills and able to manage stressed work environment.

Specific Qualifications (if required)

Skills Referential

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to share / pass on knowledge

Ability to deliver / Results driven

Attention to detail / rigor

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

Analytical Ability

Ability to manage a project

Ability to inspire others & generate people's commitment

Ability to develop and adapt a process 

Education Level: 

 Master Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 7 years

Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)

Experienced Chartered Accountant with relevant tax related exposure