Senior Manager – Accounts, Tax & Audit

DEPARTMENT

Finance & Commercial

REPORTS TO

Chief Financial Officer / Head – Finance & Commercial

LOCATION

CKPC House, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time, Permanent

EXPERIENCE

10–15 years post-qualification

QUALIFICATION

Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

About CKPC Properties

CKPC Properties Pvt. Ltd. is a Bengaluru-based real estate developer creating thoughtfully designed commercial, residential, retail and specialised spaces. The company has developed over 8 million sq. ft. of Grade A+ office space and is trusted by global industry leaders including Siemens, Merck, Bosch, Continental, TCS, Rockwell Automation, Syngene and Manipal Hospitals.

With 5 million sq. ft. of Grade A+ office space launching in 2025–26, ₹1,000 Cr of residential inventory in the pipeline – including the flagship “Heart of Harmony” residences at Kudlu Gate – and an ambitious target of $10 billion in assets under management by 2035, CKPC is scaling rapidly across offices, homes, retail and healthcare real estate.

At the core of everything CKPC builds is People Experience (PX) – a commitment to spaces, systems and a culture built on integrity, clarity and accountability. As the organisation grows, the Finance & Commercial team plays a critical role in guiding decisions with data, discipline and financial insight.

Role Summary

CKPC Properties is looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Senior Manager – Accounts, Tax & Audit to lead the organisation’s books of accounts, direct and indirect tax compliance, and statutory/internal audit function. This is a senior individual contributor and team-leadership role suited to a Chartered Accountant with strong real estate / infrastructure sector exposure, who can operate with precision in a fast-scaling, multi-entity development environment while upholding the highest standards of financial governance.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts & Financial Reporting

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Own end-to-end finalisation of books of accounts for CKPC and its group/project entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with Ind AS / applicable accounting standards.

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Drive monthly, quarterly and annual closing of accounts, including preparation of MIS,



financial statements and management reports for leadership review.

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Oversee project-wise and entity-wise accounting for ongoing commercial and residential developments, including cost capitalisation, revenue recognition (Ind AS 115) and work-in-progress tracking.

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Ensure robust accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and reconciliation processes across the organisation.

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Partner with the CFO/Finance leadership on budgeting, cash flow planning and financial control frameworks.

Taxation

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Manage end-to-end direct tax compliance – corporate income tax, advance tax computations, TDS/TCS, and tax audits under the Income Tax Act.

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Manage indirect tax compliance including GST registrations, returns, reconciliations (GSTR-1, 3B, 2B, 9/9C), input tax credit optimisation and RCM compliance specific to real estate transactions.

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Handle assessments, notices, appeals and liaison with tax consultants, auditors and tax authorities.

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Track evolving tax regulations (income tax, GST, RERA-linked tax implications, stamp duty) and proactively advise leadership on impact and planning opportunities.

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Drive tax-efficient structuring for current projects, joint ventures and land transactions in coordination with external advisors.

Audit & Internal Controls

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Own the statutory audit process end-to-end – coordinate with external auditors, ensure timely closure, and resolve audit observations.

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Lead internal audits and periodic control reviews across accounts, project costs, procurement and vendor payments; strengthen SOPs and internal financial controls (IFC).

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Ensure compliance with Companies Act, RERA financial disclosure requirements, and other applicable statutory/regulatory frameworks.

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Coordinate with secretarial, legal and compliance teams on statutory filings, board reporting and related-party transaction documentation.

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Identify process gaps and drive automation/standardisation of accounting,



tax and audit workflows.

Team & Stakeholder Management

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Lead, mentor and build a high-performing accounts and tax team, setting transparent ownership and review mechanisms.

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Serve as the key point of contact for statutory auditors, tax consultants, bankers and regulatory authorities.

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Collaborate closely with project, procurement, sales and legal teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance across the business.

Qualifications & Experience

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Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory; additional qualification in taxation (DT/IDT) is an advantage.

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10–15 years of progressive post-qualification experience in accounts, direct/indirect taxation and audit, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial/leadership capacity.

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Prior experience in real estate, construction, infrastructure or a project-driven business is strongly preferred.

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Proven track record of managing statutory and tax audits, and interfacing directly with Big 4/reputed audit firms and tax authorities.

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Experience working with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Tally or equivalent) and strong command over MS Excel.

Skills & Competencies

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Strong technical knowledge of Ind AS, Income Tax Act, GST law and Companies Act provisions relevant to real estate.

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High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple entities, projects and deadlines simultaneously.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a process- and controls-oriented mindset.

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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with leadership, auditors and regulators.

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Demonstrated integrity, ownership and accountability – core to CKPC’s culture and values.

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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling organisation and drive change with minimal supervision.

Why Join CKPC

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Be part of a fast-growing developer building Grade A+ campuses for Fortune 100 companies and premium residential communities across Bengaluru.

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Work directly with senior leadership on high-impact financial governance as the company scales toward $10 billion in assets under management by 2035.

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A culture built on integrity, clarity and accountability, with strong mentorship and genuine ownership from day one.

📌 Senior Manager – Accounts, Tax & Audit (CA- Mandatory) (Bengaluru)
🏢 CKPC Properties
📍 Bengaluru