Account Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including ledger scrutiny, journal entries, and reconciliations.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements as per statutory requirements.

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records in compliance with accounting standards.

• Finalize balance sheet, P&L account, and cash flow statements.

• Monitor accounts receivable, payable, and cash flow management.

2. Auditing & Compliance

• Lead and coordinate internal and statutory audits.

• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documents, and resolve audit queries.

• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST Act, and other regulatory laws.

• Implement internal controls and SOPs to strengthen financial governance.

• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities.

3. GST (Goods & Services Tax) Management

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2B reconciliation, Annual Return, etc.).

• Handle GST audits, notices, and departmental assessments.

• Perform regular ITC reconciliation between books and GST portal.

• Monitor GST compliance for all branches/units.

• Interpret GST provisions and advise management on tax optimization.

4. Income Tax & Direct Taxation

• Compute advance tax, TDS, and final tax liabilities.

• Ensure timely filing of Income Tax Returns (ITR) for company and key executives.

• Handle tax assessments, scrutiny cases, and notices.

• Ensure proper TDS deduction, deposit, returns, and Form 16/16A issuance.

• Support tax audits and coordinate with tax consultants/CA.

5. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Control

• Prepare annual budgets and forecasts.

• Monitor actuals vs budget and analyze variances.

• Provide cost control insights and financial performance analysis.

• Assist management in strategic financial planning.

6. Team Management & Coordination

• Supervise and guide the accounts team.

• Delegate tasks and ensure adherence to timelines.

• Train juniors on compliance, taxation, and ERP systems.

• Coordinate with operations, HR, and procurement teams for smooth financial flow.

7. Banking, Treasury & Fund Management

• Manage banking operations, limits, and documentation.

• Handle loan accounts, interest workings, and compliance with bank covenants.

• Oversee cash flow planning and fund utilization.

8. Management & Stakeholder Reporting

• Prepare MIS and management reports.

• Present financial insights to senior management.

• Coordinate with Company Secretaries, Auditors, and Tax Consultants.