Chief Finance & Accounts Officer

As the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) at Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences in Indore, you will be responsible for anchoring the financial and administrative functions of the university. We are seeking a hands-on and accountable professional with a strong background in operational finance. You will lead by example, ensuring tight controls, compliance, and clear financial insight. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Core Financial Operations (Hands-on):** - Regularly engage in bank reconciliations, voucher checks, and ledger accuracy, actively participating in transactions. - **Taxation, Compliance & Controls:** - Independently manage TDS, GST, PT, and Income Tax implications for the university. - Ensure timely filings, audits, and adherence to statutory regulations. - Identify compliant tax-saving strategies and execute them efficiently. - **Budgeting & Planning:** - Develop and maintain realistic, detailed annual budgets in collaboration with key stakeholders. - Constantly monitor expenditures vs budget and ensure corrective action where needed. - Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting with insights. - **Strategic Financial Oversight:** - Provide financial analysis and scenario planning to support the university's growth vision. - Evaluate organizational investments, returns, and opportunities for cost optimization. - Work closely with top leadership on resource planning, infrastructure funding, and capex decisions. - **Team Management (68 Members):** - Lead and guide a small but efficient team handling accounts, admin, and support functions. - Be involved in team training, workload allocation, and performance reviews. - Promote a culture of accountability, discipline, and ethical financial practices. **Qualification Required:** - Chartered Accountant (CA) is a must, with at least 8-10 years of experience. - 12-20 years of total experience, with direct involvement in financial transactions. - Hands-on approach with a track record of operational finance. - Experience managing teams of up to 68 people in the education or service industry. - Strong working knowledge of Tally, Excel, and ERP systems. At Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences, you will be part of an exciting phase of growth, emphasizing performance, transparency, and responsibility. Join us as the CFAO to shape the financial and administrative backbone of the university. *Note: Candidates from the Education or Manufacturing Industry only are eligible to apply for this position.*,