Account Manager

Role & responsibilities

The Account Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing the end-to-end accounting, compliance, and financial reporting requirements of assigned clients. The role involves direct client handling, ensuring timely statutory compliance, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering high-quality professional services in line with the firm's standards.

1. Client Management & Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for all client queries related to accounting, taxation, and compliance.
  
• Understand client business processes and provide advisory support.
  
• Ensure timely communication with clients regarding deliverables, deadlines, and updates.
  

2. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Supervise day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting work for multiple clients.
  
• Review ledgers, trial balances, and ensure accuracy of financial records.
  
• Finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  
• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards (Ind AS/IGAAP).
  

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely filing of GST returns, TDS returns, PF/ESI compliance, and other statutory filings.
  
• Assist in preparation of income tax computation and return filing for individuals, firms, and companies.
  
• Coordinate for tax audits, GST audits, and statutory audits.
  

4. Audit Support & Internal Controls

• Support statutory, internal, and tax audit processes.
  
• Review client internal controls and suggest improvement areas.
  
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with auditors.
  

5. Team Leadership & Review

• Guide junior accountants and article assistants on client assignments.
  
• Review work completed by team members and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  
• Provide training on accounting software (Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, SAP, etc.).
  

6. MIS & Reporting

• Prepare periodic MIS reports as required by clients.
  
• Analyze financial data and provide insights for decision-making.
  
• Maintain proper documentation and workpapers for all assignments.
  

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and taxation laws.
  
• Proficiency in Tally ERP, MS Excel, and cloud-based accounting tools.
  
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
  
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple clients simultaneously.
  
• Problem-solving ability and a structured working approach.
  
• Strong team management skills.
  

Qualification & Experience

• Education:

  B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) / Semi-qualified CA preferred.

• Experience:

  37 years of experience in accounting, compliance, or audit (preferably in a CA firm).
• Good understanding of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and corporate compliance.
  

Key Attributes

• Professional attitude and integrity.
  
• Client-centric approach.
  
• Ability to work under deadlines.
  
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.