Key Responsibilities: Maintain and reconcile general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank accounts. Handle GST, TDS, and other statutory compliances, including filing of returns. Process payroll-related accounting entries in coordination with the HR department. Assist in financial analysis, cost control, and profitability tracking. Ensure timely processing of vendor payments and statutory dues. Liaise with banks, statutory bodies, and external consultants. Manage loan accounting and employee advances. Educational Qualification : B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / MBA in Finance or equivalent qualification. Experience : 49 years of hands-on experience in core accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, statutory compliance, and financial reconciliation. Technical Skills : Strong knowledge of Tally ERP , MS Excel , and other accounting software. Practical understanding of GST , TDS , and other statutory compliances , including filing returns. Familiarity with payroll accounting , vendor payment cycles , and bank reconciliations . Analytical & Financial Skills : Ability to support cost control measures and profitability tracking . Proficient in financial analysis and reporting. Coordination & Communication : Proven ability to collaborate with HR on payroll processing. Capable of effectively liaising with banks , external consultants , and statutory bodies . Other Attributes : Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to manage loan accounting and track employee advances . A proactive and responsible approach to ensuring timely statutory and vendor payments .

Role Job Title : Dy General Manager/ General Manager Finance & Accounts Department : Finance Industry : Retail Location : Ernakulam , Kerala Reports To : Executive Director / Managing Director Experience Required: Minimum 1215 years in Finance & Accounts, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role Retail, or multi-unit business experience is strongly preferred Educational Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory Working knowledge of SAP ERP (FICO Modules) Mandatory In-depth expertise in GST , Income Tax , and Kerala-specific statutory compliance Role Overview: As the Dy General Manager/General Manager Finance & Accounts, you will lead the finance function across all locations. Youll be responsible for financial governance, SAP-integrated accounting, cost control, and strategic planning. This role demands an experienced financial strategist who ensures regulatory compliance while driving profitability. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Financial Management Align financial strategy with business growth and sustainability goals Advise management with financial projections, investment viability, and risk mitigation strategies 2. Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling exercises Present variance analysis and drive budgetary discipline across functions 3. Accounting, Reporting & Controls Ensure timely closing of books and accuracy in reporting as per Ind-AS Strengthen internal financial controls across stores and central operations 4. Taxation & Statutory Compliance Ensure on-time GST filing, Income Tax compliance, PF/ESI, and Kerala-specific tax filings Should have handled GST & Income Tax assessments, audits, and litigation cases Coordinate with auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities; manage assessments and statutory queries 5. SAP ERP & Automation Drive financial automation and ensure end-to-end accounting in SAP FI/CO Implement controls and integrations to support analytics, reporting, and audit readiness 6. Cash Flow & Treasury Management Manage working capital and optimize fund flow across stores Oversee banking relationships, treasury operations, and interest cost control 7. Retail Financial Operations Analyze inventory movement, stock reconciliations, and supply chain costs Monitor shrinkage, pilferage, and gross margin leakage using financial insights 8. People Leadership Build and mentor a high-performing finance team Ensure cross-functional collaboration with store managers and senior leadership Key Competencies: Proficiency in SAP FICO , Tally Prime, Excel-based MIS reporting Strong knowledge of GST, Income Tax Act , Kerala state compliance, and case handling Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills Strong commercial acumen with a results-oriented mindset Preferred Industry Background: Retail Chains Consumer Durables Multi-unit Distribution or E-commerce Companies & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory Proven track record of independently handling and successfully closing: GST cases and assessments TDS-related queries and filings Income Tax audits, appeals, and litigations Hands-on experience in SAP ERP , specifically in FI/CO modules – Mandatory Prior exposure to retail, multi-location, or multi-unit finance operations Strong understanding of statutory compliance in Kerala Demonstrated ability to lead finance teams and interact with statutory bodies, consultants, and auditors Preferably from industries like Retail , Consumer Durables , or E-commerce