We're seeking an Accounts Manager with comprehensive expertise in end-to-end accounting and taxation for a client, a boutique accounting consulting firm established by Chartered Accountants. We need a proactive Accounting Manager to oversee accounting tasks and compliance management for clients in the MSME sector. The perfect candidate will hold an accounting degree with substantial experience in core accounting for Indian clients and familiarity with direct and indirect taxation. Our client provides a hybrid work model with one day in the office and four days remote work.
Job Description
Accounting, finance and compliance responsibilities
1. Review of accounting and book-keeping function for the clients assigned to you, including
recurring compliances and year-end finalisation
2. Ensure that the assigned clients meet their fiscal and statutory filing as per requirements of
applicable laws and deadlines.
3. Manage statutory audits, internal / donor / other audits, and coordination with external
auditors
4. Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements (GST, TDS, income tax,
etc., as applicable)
5. Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
6. Monitor changes in accounting regulations and ensure timely implementation
7. Actively supporting in client handover and onboarding
8. Establish an environment of continuous improvement and eliminate administrative non
value-added tasks.
9. Customer and inter-team liaison
10. Acquiring and implementing working knowledge of company secretarial compliances, payroll
and local taxes
Team responsibilities
1. Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
2. Allocate work, set performance goals, and monitor performance
3. Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
4. Drive automation and efficiency improvements in accounting processes
5. Managing reporting, planning, tracking and other administrative tasks as required.
Other responsibilities
1. Support in adhoc projects
2. Participate in system implementations or upgrades as required
Requirement
1. A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant work experience, encompassing a blend of public accounting and private industry roles, ideally within the social sector.
2. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably with a focus in Accounting or Finance.
3. Proficiency in core accounting under Indian laws, coupled with a working understanding of direct and indirect taxation.
4. Demonstrated capability to oversee critical financial operations within a business context.
5. Proven track record of effective communication and collaboration within a team setting.
6. Strong grasp of Indian GAAP and extensive experience in report preparation.
7. Robust project management and organizational aptitude, capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently.
8. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and facilitate sound business decisions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹516,383.68 - ₹633,323.15 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
