Accounts Head

Role & responsibilities

Overall Accounting & Leadership

• End-to-end ownership of company accounting across all locations
• Lead, guide, and supervise Senior Accounts Manager(s) and accounts team
• Establish and enforce accounting policies, SOPs, and internal controls
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of books of accounts

Receivables, Collections & Payables

• Review receivables ageing and monitor collection efficiency
• Drive corrective actions on overdue and doubtful receivables
• Review and approve payables forecasts and payment schedules
• Optimize working capital and cash flow

Inventory, Stock & MIS Reporting

• Review and share periodic MIS with management on:
• Stock ageing
• Inventory turnover
• Slow-moving / non-moving inventory

• Bad debts and provisions
• Branch-wise performance reports
• Ensure accurate valuation of inventory, WIP, and finished goods
• Coordinate with operations, procurement, and sales teams

Import & Trade Finance Oversight

• Review and monitor import planning and documentation
• Oversee accounting for:
• Imports & forex transactions
• LC / BG / advance remittances
• Customs duty, IGST & related compliances
• Monitor forex exposure and coordinate with banks where required

Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Overall responsibility for:
• GST, TDS, TCS, Income Tax
• Statutory, tax & GST audits
• ROC and other regulatory compliances (as applicable)
• Ensure zero penalties and timely filings
• Liaison with auditors, consultants, and authorities

MIS, Reporting & Management Support

• Prepare and present monthly MIS and financial analysis to management
• Highlight key risks, trends, and corrective actions
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning
• Assist management in strategic and operational decisions

People Development & Training

• Train and mentor accounts team on:
• Accounting standards
• Compliance requirements
• ERP / system usage
• Build a strong second line through process training and reviews
• Conduct periodic performance reviews

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong leadership and team-management skills
• Deep expertise in accounting & working capital
• Excellent knowledge of Indian statutory & tax laws
• Strong analytical and MIS presentation skills
• Hands-on experience with ERP / Tally / Excel
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and senior management