Accounts & Finance Manager

Experience Required: 8–12 years (MSME manufacturing experience preferred)

Location: Hinjewadi, Phase II, Raisoni Industrial Park

Industry: Manufacturing / Agro-biotech / Chemicals / FMCG / Any MSME sector

Reporting To: Director / Managing Director / CFO

The Accounts & Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end accounting, financial planning, statutory compliance, taxation, and liquidity management of the company. This role is crucial in managing daily accounts, MIS reporting, budgeting, GST, TDS, bank functions, vendor payments, receivables, inventory records, and overall financial health of the MSME.

The position demands hands-on knowledge of MSME-specific accounting, ability to work independently, and proficiency in ERP/accounting software.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Accounting & Financial Operations

1. Daily Accounting

• Manage day-to-day accounting entries (Sales, Purchase, Payments, Receipts, JV, Contra).
• Ensure accurate books of accounts using Tally / Odoo / ERP systems.
• Maintain ledgers, cash book, bank book, and reconcile accounts daily.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.

2. Accounts Payable (AP)

• Verify purchase bills, GRNs, and vendor invoices with PO terms.
• Prepare vendor payment schedules and maintain payment ageing reports.
• Handle vendor reconciliations and resolve disputes.

3. Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Maintain customer ledgers, invoicing, and follow-up for outstanding payments.
• Prepare ageing analysis and highlight overdue accounts to management.
• Coordinate with sales team for payment collection and credit control.

4. Banking & Treasury

• Manage bank accounts, deposits, OD/CC limits, bank reconciliation, and online banking transactions.
• Liaise with banks for LC, BG, loan documentation, CC renewal, and MSME financing.
• Prepare CMA data whenever required.

B. Statutory Compliance & Taxation

1. GST

• Prepare and file monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, 9C).
• Manage GST input credit reconciliation (2A/2B vs Books).
• Handle GST-related notices, audits, and departmental queries.

2. TDS / Income Tax

• Deduct TDS, prepare TDS challans, and file returns (24Q/26Q).
• Issue TDS certificates (Form 16A).
• Support CA in tax planning and tax audit.

3. Statutory Audits & Compliance

• Prepare annual financial statements (Trial Balance, P&L, Balance Sheet).
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and government departments.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, MSME Act, PF/ESIC financial records, etc.

C. Financial Planning & Controls

1. MIS & Reporting

• Prepare monthly MIS (Cash flow, P&L, Balance sheet summary, Variance reports).
• Provide material costing, production costing, and product profitability reports.
• Prepare inventory valuation with accounts + store team coordination.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial projections.
• Monitor budget vs actual performance.
• Highlight financial risks and suggest cost-control measures.

3. Internal Controls

• Implement and monitor internal financial controls (IFC).
• Ensure proper documentation for purchase, sales, approvals, and payments.

D. MSME-Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with MSME guidelines for credit, dues, and declarations.
• Maintain statutory MSME records and ensure timely filing.
• Prepare documents required for government subsidy / funding schemes.
• Coordinate with bank/CA for project reports, term loans, and working capital.

E. Coordination & Cross-functional Support

• Work closely with Production, QC, Sales, and HR to ensure accurate financial integration.
• Support management with data for decision-making.
• Handle insurance matters: policy renewals, claims, asset coverage.
• Assist in commercial operations like dispatch documentation, costing sheets, etc.

3. Skills & Competencies Required

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards & GST
• Proficiency in Tally ERP / Odoo / Any ERP System
• Expertise in MS Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP, MIS automation)
• Understanding of manufacturing costing (BOM, consumption, WIP)
• Experience in GST, TDS, Income Tax & Statutory Audits
• Ability to generate CMA data & financial projections

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical & numerical ability
• Excellent communication & coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• High sense of responsibility and integrity
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹425,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Health insurance
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Location:

• Hinjewadi, Pune, Maharashtra (Required)

Work Location: In person