Senior Manager- Accounts & Finance

Role Overview:

Senior Manager – Accounts & Finance

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and records in Tally/ Zoho software.
• Handle ledger accounts, record and process all client invoices and ensure timely collections based on credit terms.
• Review and finalize all accounting entries and support monthly, quarterly, and yearly book closure.
• Prepare financial statements including P&L, balance sheet with schedules, and support internal and statutory audits.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

• Oversee end-to-end management of accounts receivable and payable.
• Maintain records of all invoices, bills, and expense reports (inbound and outbound).
• Conduct bank and vendor reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Supervise day-to-day accounting transactions including sales, purchases, expenses, and bank entries.
• Ensure timely follow-ups and collection of outstanding payments as per agreed credit terms, and maintain updated ageing reports.

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor and manage cash flow, including inflow/outflow, bank balances, and fund planning.
• Conduct working capital analysis and provide recommendations for optimization.

Payroll & Statutory Compliance

• Manage payroll processing and compliance with PF, ESIC, PT, etc.
• Handle all taxation and statutory payments (TDS, GST, Income Tax, etc.) including statutory reconciliation.
• Ensure timely filing of returns and coordination with external consultants for ROC filings and other statutory obligations.

Audit & Financial Reporting

• Liaise with internal and statutory auditors to facilitate audits and ensure timely closure.
• Prepare MIS reports, monthly financial reports, and comparisons between actual and budgeted costs.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of ledgers, including sales, purchases, current/non-current assets and liabilities.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead preparation of annual budgets, cost forecasts, and perform variance analysis.
• Conduct financial due diligence for new business ventures and expansion plans.
• Provide management with actionable financial insights and recommend cost improvement strategies.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure complete compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Monitor timely filing and compliance with relevant statutory & government authorities.
• Maintain financial discipline and risk mitigation practices across all finance operations.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience in Accounts, Taxation, and Financial Planning
• Post-graduation in Finance or MBA (Finance) is a plus
• Proficient in Tally ERP, Zoho, and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of Indian statutory laws including TDS, GST, PF, ESIC, and the Companies Act
• Sound knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards, taxation laws, and financial regulations
• Demonstrated experience in handling audits and finalizing accounts independently
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication, team management, and leadership skills