Accounts and Finance - Specialist

Job Title: Accounts & Finance Specialist

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Job Summary

Head of Accounts & Finance

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the leadership team.
  

Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting operations including billing, accounts payable/receivable, GL, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Maintain internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy of records.
  

Cost & Margin Management

• Monitor product cost structures, pricing, and gross margins across channels (retail, D2C, distribution).
• Work closely with procurement and production to analyze and optimize costs.
  

Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with statutory law and financial regulations (GST, TDS, Income Tax, etc.).
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage annual audits and tax filings.
  

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor daily cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Optimize receivables and payables to maintain liquidity.
  

ERP & Systems Management

• Implement and maintain finance modules in ERP (e.g., Tally, SAP, Zoho).
• Ensure accurate data flow across inventory, sales, and finance systems.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance and accounting professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA (Finance) from a reputed institute.
• Experience: 5-10 years in accounting and finance, preferably in skincare, cosmetics, FMCG, or retail sector.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards (Ind AS), taxation, and compliance.
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of Tally/ERP systems, MS Excel, and financial tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a high-growth D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) skincare or cosmetic brand.
• Familiarity with inventory-heavy business models and product lifecycle costing.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and e-commerce financial management.
  

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