Chartered Accountant

Job Overview: Location - Vadodara  We are seeking an experienced and meticulous Chartered Accountant (CA) to lead our financial and cost management functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, production-linked financial analysis, cash flow planning, and statutory compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strategic cost control in a dynamic manufacturing setup. Key Responsibilities:1. Accounting & Financial ReportingEnsure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in line with Indian statutory norms. Finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow. Oversee general ledger maintenance, accounts receivable/payable, fixed assets, and inventory valuation. 2. Cost & Management AccountingDevelop, track, and analyse product-wise and process-wise cost sheets. Perform variance analysis (actual vs standard cost) and propose corrective actions. Review and enhance the costing system to accurately reflect production efficiency and overhead allocation. 3. Production & Operational MetricsWork closely with production teams to evaluate: Yield analysis, rejection/waste cost, and machine utilization. Daily/weekly production-linked financial KPIs such as cost per square meter of mesh, labour cost per unit, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). Provide financial insights for process improvements and capacity planning. 4. Cash Flow Management & TreasuryMonitor daily cash flow, working capital cycles, and funds forecasting. Liaise with banks for credit lines, LC/BG documentation, and capital investment needs. Ensure timely collection from customers and optimize vendor payment cycles. 5. Budgeting & ForecastingPrepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and sensitivity analyses. Establish budget vs actual tracking and support department heads with cost discipline. 6. Compliance & Internal ControlsManage all GST, TDS, income tax, and ROC filings in coordination with consultants. Handle statutory, internal, and tax audits and ensure full compliance. Review and improve internal financial controls and approval hierarchies. 7. Strategic Financial PlanningAssist management in evaluating CapEx proposals, ROI models, and JV/expansion plans. Provide MIS reports and strategic dashboards for decision-making. 8. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing. Strong hands-on knowledge of Tally and MS Excel/Power BI. Sound understanding of cost accounting, cash flow, and manufacturing operations. Excellent analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills. Preferred Attributes:Familiarity with export documentation and forex transactions. Knowledge of ISO standards and cost audit reporting. Passionate about process improvement and system automation.