Senior Accounts Manager

WE ARE HIRING

GROUP HEAD ACCOUNTS, TAXATION & COMPLIANCE

(Senior Accounts Manager / Head of Accounts)

Industry: Hospitality | Real Estate | Diversified Business Group
Job Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 8 Years (812+ Years Preferred)
Salary: 50,000 80,000 per month (6.00 – 9.60 LPA)
Reporting To: Promoters / Directors

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a diversified business group engaged in Hospitality (Hotels, Restaurants & Lounges), Real Estate Development, and other associated businesses.

We are seeking a highly experienced, competent, and dedicated Group Head – Accounts, Taxation & Compliance to independently manage and supervise the complete accounting, taxation, statutory compliance, financial reporting, and operational accounting functions of the entire group.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing the accounts and taxation requirements of all group businesses, subsidiary and associate entities, and designated individual income tax files.

This is a senior-level position requiring strong practical expertise in GST, TDS, Income Tax, Tally Prime, Financial Accounting, Statutory Audits, and Multi-Company Accounting.

The candidate must be capable of independently managing the accounts department, coordinating with auditors and tax consultants, and ensuring complete financial discipline across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. GST, TDS & Income Tax Compliance

• Independently manage GST compliance, reconciliations, and timely filing of applicable GST returns, including GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B.
• Handle TDS calculations, deductions, deposits, quarterly returns, and reconciliations.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate the filing of Income Tax Returns (ITR) for group companies, associated firms, subsidiary entities, and designated individuals.
• Handle taxation-related notices, assessments, documentation, and departmental correspondence in coordination with Chartered Accountants and tax consultants.
• Ensure timely compliance with all applicable direct and indirect taxation laws.

2. Financial Accounting & Tally Prime

• Independently supervise and finalize books of accounts for multiple group entities.
• Prepare Balance Sheets, Profit & Loss Statements, Cash Flow Statements, and periodic Management Information System (MIS) reports.
• Manage bank reconciliations, ledger scrutiny, intercompany transactions, and financial reconciliations.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and financial transactions.
• Ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting using Tally Prime (mandatory).
• Maintain proper accounting records, vouchers, ledgers, and supporting financial documentation.

3. Statutory Audits & Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare and maintain financial records for statutory audits, tax audits, and other applicable audits.
• Coordinate with Chartered Accountants, statutory auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain statutory records, financial documentation, compliance registers, and audit-related files.
• Monitor statutory filing deadlines and ensure timely compliance across all group entities.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and completion of annual account finalization.

4. Hospitality Operational Accounting

• Supervise complete operational accounting for hotels, restaurants, and lounges.
• Monitor daily revenue, guest billing, POS transactions, cash collections, and bank settlements.
• Reconcile hotel room revenue, food and beverage sales, OTA receivables, and other operational transactions.
• Oversee inventory accounting, purchase reconciliation, vendor payments, and operational cost controls.
• Coordinate with hotel operations, front office, food and beverage departments, and management for accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure proper reconciliation between hospitality operational software and Tally Prime.
• Working knowledge of IDS Hotel Management Software / IDS PMS will be highly appreciated.

5. Real Estate Accounting

• Manage project-wise accounting, construction expenditure, and financial reporting.
• Monitor contractor payments, vendor accounts, customer advances, receivables, and project costs.
• Maintain financial records relating to real estate transactions and developments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GST, TDS, and other taxation requirements relating to real estate operations.
• Coordinate financial documentation and applicable RERA-related accounting and reporting requirements.
• Monitor project-wise financial performance and expenditure.

6. Group Companies, Subsidiaries & Individual Tax Files

• Maintain complete accounting and taxation records for all group companies, subsidiary entities, and associated firms.
• Manage designated individual income tax files, including ITR preparation, filing coordination, and documentation.
• Maintain separate books, statutory records, and financial files for each business entity.
• Monitor intercompany transactions, loans, advances, and related-party accounts.
• Ensure systematic maintenance of financial documents, taxation records, statutory correspondence, and associated files.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all company and individual financial records.

7. Accounts Department Management

• Lead, manage, and supervise the entire accounts department.
• Review and verify accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial reports prepared by the accounts team.
• Establish effective internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting systems.
• Ensure timely completion of all accounting, taxation, and statutory responsibilities.
• Prepare and submit periodic financial and compliance reports to management.
• Report directly to the promoters/directors regarding financial performance, compliance, and accounting matters.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Educational Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter.
• Qualified CA / CMA candidates may also apply.

Professional Experience & Technical Skills

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in accounting, taxation, and financial management; 8–12+ years preferred.
• Proven experience independently handling accounts and taxation for multiple companies or business entities.
• Strong practical knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in balance sheet finalization, preparation of financial statements, and statutory audit coordination.
• Advanced proficiency in Tally Prime is mandatory.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Prior experience in hospitality, real estate, or diversified business groups will be preferred.
• Knowledge of IDS Hotel Management Software will be an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to independently handle multiple responsibilities and statutory deadlines.

SALARY, BENEFITS & INCENTIVES

Monthly Salary: 50,000 – 80,000

Annual Salary Range: 6.00 – 9.60 LPA

The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, professional experience, technical expertise, and ability to independently manage the complete accounting, taxation, and statutory compliance functions of the group.

Additional Benefits

• Annual performance appraisal and salary revision.
• Performance-linked incentives based on predefined targets and management evaluation.
• Paid leaves and holidays as per company policy.
• Applicable statutory benefits, including PF, ESI, and gratuity, wherever applicable.
• Long-term employment and career growth opportunities.
• Direct reporting to promoters and senior management.
• Opportunity to independently lead and develop the accounts department of a diversified business group.

Performance-Based Incentives

Eligible candidates may receive additional annual performance-linked incentives based on:

• Timely and accurate statutory and taxation compliance.
• Proper maintenance and finalization of accounts.
• Efficient handling of statutory and tax audits.
• Accuracy of financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Improvement in internal financial controls and operational efficiency.
• Effective management and supervision of the accounts department.

Incentives will be subject to individual performance and management approval.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

We are specifically looking for a senior-level accounting and taxation professional who can independently handle the complete financial accounting, taxation, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and operational accounting requirements of a diversified business group.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent practical knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, Tally Prime, financial accounting, and statutory audit procedures.

The candidate must be capable of managing multiple company accounts, maintaining associated individual income tax files, supervising the accounts department, and ensuring complete financial discipline with minimal supervision.

Candidates experienced only in routine bookkeeping, billing, or data entry will not be suitable for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are requested to share their updated CV along with the following information:

1. Current designation and organization.
2. Total years of accounting and taxation experience.
3. Experience in GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory audits.
4. Experience handling multiple companies or business entities.
5. Experience in hospitality and/or real estate accounting.
6. Proficiency in Tally Prime and knowledge of IDS Software, if any.
7. Current CTC and expected CTC.
8. Notice period / earliest joining date.

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KEY SKILLS

GST Compliance | TDS | Income Tax | ITR Filing | Tally Prime | Financial Accounting | Statutory Audits | Tax Audits | Balance Sheet Finalization | MIS Reporting | Multi-Company Accounting | Hospitality Accounting | IDS Software | Real Estate Accounting | Financial Reconciliation | Statutory Compliance | Accounts Department Management