The Accounts Officer is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting, statutory compliance, financial reporting, and coordination with hotels and corporate departments. The role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, GST, TDS, Companies Act compliance, internal controls, and hospitality accounting practices.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Accounting
- Maintain books of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Verify journal vouchers, payment vouchers, receipts, and supporting documents.
- Review accounting entries posted by units for accuracy.
- Prepare monthly schedules and reconciliations.
- Perform bank, cash, and inter-company reconciliations.
- Monitor outstanding receivables and payables.
Statutory Compliance
- Ensure timely compliance with GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, and other statutory requirements.
- Reconcile GST returns with books of accounts.
- Assist in preparing data for statutory audits and tax audits.
- Coordinate with auditors and consultants for compliance matters.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly MIS reports and variance analyses.
- Support preparation of annual financial statements.
- Monitor budget versus actual performance.
- Generate reports required by management.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Verify vendor invoices and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Review payment proposals and ensure timely processing.
- Monitor customer collections and follow up on overdue balances.
- Ensure proper accounting of advances and settlements.
Internal Controls
- Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies and SOPs.
- Review accounting controls across business units.
- Identify process gaps and recommend improvements.
- Support internal audits and implementation of audit observations.
Corporate Coordination
- Coordinate with hotels, hospitals, and other business units for accounting matters.
- Provide guidance to unit finance teams on accounting and statutory issues.
- Assist in group consolidation of financial information.
- Maintain documentation and records for statutory inspections.
Fixed Assets
- Maintain the fixed asset register.
- Verify capitalization of assets.
- Ensure proper accounting of depreciation.
- Assist in periodic physical verification of assets.
Budgeting & Analysis
- Assist in annual budgeting exercises.
- Monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
- Prepare analytical reports for management decision-making.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Ensure accurate accounting in ERP/accounting software.
- Support implementation of automation initiatives.
- Recommend improvements to accounting processes and controls.
Qualifications
- M.Com / MBA (Finance) / B.Com with relevant experience.
- CA Inter or CMA Inter qualification will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 3–6 years of experience in Finance & Accounts.
- Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.
- Experience in a corporate office environment is desirable.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles.
- Working knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and Companies Act.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookup functions, data analysis).
- Experience with ERP/accounting software.
- Good analytical and reconciliation skills.
Behavioural Competencies
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines.
- Team-oriented with a proactive approach.
- Continuous learning mindset.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion of month-end closing.
- Accuracy of accounting records.
- On-time statutory compliance.
- Number of audit observations and closure rate.
- Timely completion of reconciliations.
- Quality and timeliness of MIS reporting.
- Process improvement initiatives implemented.
- Responsiveness to business unit support requirements.
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
