Job Description – Accounts Manager
Job Title: Accounts Manager
Department: Finance & Accounts
Industry: Logistics / Freight Forwarding / Transportation / Supply Chain
Reports To: Finance Head & Management
Job Summary
The Accounts Manager will be responsible for overseeing the overall financial and accounting operations of the company, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, effective cash flow management, statutory compliance, and timely completion of financial activities.
The role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, banking operations, taxation, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and fund management. The Accounts Manager will lead the Finance & Accounts team, establish effective internal controls, coordinate with vendors, clients, banks, auditors, and statutory authorities, and ensure that all financial operations are aligned with the company's policies and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial & Accounting Management
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliation.
- Supervise invoice processing, vendor payments, customer collections, and outstanding balances.
- Ensure timely preparation and maintenance of books of accounts.
- Monitor financial transactions and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Review and approve payment requests, vouchers, journal entries, and financial transactions within delegated authority.
2. Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Prepare MIS reports, profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Analyse financial performance, expenses, revenue, and cost variations.
- Provide financial insights and reports to senior management for decision-making.
- Monitor budgets, identify financial risks, and recommend cost-control measures.
- Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing.
3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance
- Oversee GST returns, TDS deductions, payments, and statutory filings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Income Tax, GST, TDS, and other financial regulations.
- Coordinate with consultants, auditors, and statutory authorities.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of GST, TDS, and other statutory accounts.
- Maintain proper documentation and records for statutory compliance.
- Monitor changes in taxation laws and ensure necessary implementation.
4. Banking & Cash Flow Management
- Manage banking operations, fund transfers, bank reconciliations, and cash management.
- Monitor daily cash flow, fund requirements, and payment schedules.
- Coordinate with banks regarding banking facilities, transactions, and financial documentation.
- Ensure adequate funds are available to meet operational and statutory obligations.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and ensure timely collection from customers.
- Develop and maintain effective working capital management practices.
5. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Oversee vendor payments and ensure timely settlement of outstanding dues.
- Review and monitor accounts payable ageing reports.
- Supervise customer invoicing, collections, and outstanding follow-ups.
- Resolve financial discrepancies and payment disputes with vendors and customers.
- Establish effective payment and collection procedures.
- Ensure proper reconciliation of vendor and customer accounts.
6. Audit & Internal Controls
- Coordinate internal, statutory, and external audits.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of financial records and supporting documents.
- Establish and monitor internal financial controls to prevent errors and financial irregularities.
- Review audit observations and ensure timely closure of audit points.
- Ensure adherence to company financial policies, procedures, and approval processes.
7. Team Management & Leadership
- Lead, supervise, and manage the Finance & Accounts team.
- Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
- Review and verify the accuracy of work performed by team members.
- Guide and mentor junior accountants and senior executives.
- Establish departmental targets, reporting timelines, and performance standards.
- Ensure timely completion of all accounting and financial activities.
8. Process Improvement & Management Coordination
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and financial efficiency.
- Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting and finance operations.
- Coordinate with HR, Operations, MIS, Procurement, and other departments for financial requirements.
- Provide financial reports and updates to senior management.
- Support management in budgeting, financial planning, and business decisions.
- Ensure effective utilization of accounting software and financial management systems.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance. M.Com / MBA Finance / CA Inter preferred.
- 5–6 years of relevant experience in Finance & Accounts, with at least 3–4 years in a managerial or team-leading role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation.
- Good understanding of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other statutory compliance requirements.
- Experience in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, and cash flow operations.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as SAP, Tally, or similar ERP systems.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and financial reporting.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict financial deadlines.
Key Competencies
- Financial planning and management.
- Leadership and team management.
- Financial analysis and reporting.
- Statutory compliance and audit management.
- Cash flow and working capital management.
- Vendor and customer relationship management.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making.
- Process improvement and internal controls.
- Accuracy, accountability, and time management.
Interested candidates can share their updated resumes or contact us at:
Contact Number: +91 91543 63377
Thank you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kattedan Ie, Hyderabad, Telangana: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Your Current CTC ?
- Your Expected CTC ?
- What is your notice period ?
Education:
Experience:
- Account management: 4 years (Required)
Language:
- Hindi (Required)
- English (Required)
- Telugu (Required)
Work Location: In person
