Manager - Accounts and Finance

Job Purpose

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Manager Accounts & Finance to oversee our financial operations, accounting compliance, budgeting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will manage the day-to-day accounting function, ensure strict statutory compliance, drive financial strategy, and lead the accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Operations

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes, maintaining accurate general ledgers and financial records.
• Review daily accounting transactions, bank reconciliations, vendor payments, and customer billing.
• Ensure compliance with Accounting Standards (AS / Ind AS) and internal financial controls.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget).
• Prepare dynamic financial models to support business decisions, capital allocation, and expansion plans.
• Deliver monthly management information systems (MIS) reports to senior leadership.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely filing and compliance for Direct Taxes (Income Tax, TDS) and Indirect Taxes (GST).
• Coordinate statutory, internal, tax, and transfer pricing audits with external auditors.
• Monitor regulatory updates and implement necessary accounting policy adjustments.

4. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Manage working capital, cash flows, and liquidity requirements to optimize yield and mitigate risk.
• Maintain banking relationships, negotiate credit facilities, and manage forex exposure (if applicable).

5. Team Leadership & Governance

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the finance and accounting team.
• Establish and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) and financial workflows.

Candidate Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience in core accounting and finance functions

• Technical Skills:
  
• In-depth knowledge of Accounting Standards, GST, Income Tax Act, and statutory regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Tally, SAP, Oracle, or Zoho Books) and advanced MS Excel skills.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, leadership, communication, and decision-making capabilities.

Perks and benefits