Accountant & Company Secretary (Private Family Office)

Job Profile:
Accountant & Company Secretary (Private Family Office)

Location: Kolkata (Dalhousie / Alipore area), West Bengal, India.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and discreet Accountant & Company Secretary to manage the financial and corporate affairs of a private family. The ideal candidate will be a meticulous and proactive professional capable of handling a diverse range of responsibilities, from personal taxation and property management to corporate account finalisation. This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to work independently with a high degree of integrity.

Key Responsibilities:-

Personal Finance Management:

• Maintain and manage the personal accounts and financial records of family members.
• Handle all personal income tax matters, including computation, filing of returns, responding to notices, and liaising with tax authorities.

Property & Rental Income:

• Oversee and account for all rental income from various properties, ensuring timely collection and accurate record-keeping.
• Prepare financial reports related to property income and expenditures.
• Liaise with legal counsel on matters pertaining to rental disputes, property issues, and other related legal cases; maintain all relevant documentation and follow up as required.

Tax Compliance:

• Manage and resolve any legacy matters related to GST, Sales Tax, and VAT, ensuring full compliance and closure.
• Corporate Affairs & Accounting:
• Manage the complete accounting cycle for the family's holding companies, from bookkeeping to the finalization of accounts.
• Prepare annual financial statements, including Profit & Loss Accounts and Balance Sheets.

Fulfill all Company Secretarial duties for the holding companies, including statutory filings with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), maintaining statutory registers, and ensuring all corporate governance compliance is met.

Required Skills & Experience:-

• Demonstrable experience in handling personal income tax for individuals.
• Proven track record in the finalization of company accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of company secretarial and compliance-related work.
• Experience in managing financial aspects of rental properties.
• Familiarity with handling legacy indirect tax matters (GST/VAT/Sales Tax).
• Ability to coordinate effectively with legal professionals on ongoing cases.
• Proficiency in Tally, MS Excel, and other standard accounting software.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality is mandatory.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What We Offer:-

• A stable, long-term role within a private family setting.
• A competitive salary package.
• The opportunity to manage a diverse and challenging portfolio of responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person