Financial Lead Consultant

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Manager / Lead Level

Lead and ensure the accuracy, quality and integrity of financial statements in accordance with IFRS under Advantest Group reporting and Indian statutory requirements (Companies Act 2013, Ind AS where applicable).

• Own and manage end-to-end statutory direct tax and indirect tax compliance in India including Income Tax, GST, TDS, advance tax, transfer pricing coordination and statutory disclosures.

• Oversee preparation, review and timely filing of local statutory financial statements, tax returns, GST filings and regulatory reports ensuring full compliance with local laws and corporate timelines.

• Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities, statutory auditors, tax auditors and internal/external stakeholders managing assessments, audits, notices and dispute resolutions.

• Provide technical leadership and expert guidance on India tax matters including complex transactions, cross-border activities and tax risk assessments.

• Lead financial and tax analysis, support statutory and internal audits and ensure timely resolution of audit observations and control gaps.

• Oversee monthly close activities including review of account reconciliations for GL, tax, payroll and intercompany accounts ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives and internal controls enhancement to strengthen compliance, efficiency and governance.

• Manage and mentor team members by providing training, coaching and performance guidance fostering a high-performing and compliant finance function.

• Collaborate closely with global accounting, tax, payroll, legal and business teams to support business initiatives, manage tax risks and ensure alignment with group policies.

• Oversee regional payroll accounting, statutory deductions compliance and GL support activities.

• Lead and contribute to special projects, system implementations and cross-functional initiatives as assigned by management.