Roles & Responsibilities
1. Financial Management & Governance
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Take ownership of the entire Finance & Accounting function of the organization.
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Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts and financial records in accounting systems.
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Supervise and review accounting entries related to payments, receipts, invoices, taxes, and reimbursements.
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Provide financial insights and advisory support to the reporting authority and/or Board for strategic decision-making.
2. Accounts Receivable & Client Billing Management
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Oversee preparation and dispatch of client renewal quotes and invoices within defined timelines.
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Ensure timely payment follow-ups and resolution of long-outstanding receivables.
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Monitor reconciliation of payments received vs receivables.
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Ensure proper tracking of TDS deductions and reconciliation with Form 26AS.
3. Accounts Payable & Vendor Payment Management
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Review and approve vendor invoices, service provider bills, and utility payments.
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Ensure timely vendor payments and verification of tax applicability including TDS.
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Oversee reconciliation of corporate credit cards and expense documentation.
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Maintain vendor records including bank details and statutory information.
4. Statutory Compliance & Taxation
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Ensure timely filing of statutory returns including GST, TDS, PF, Professional Tax, and other compliances.
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Review GST returns (GSTR‑1, GSTR‑3B) and ensure reconciliation of GSTR‑2A.
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Ensure preparation and filing of quarterly TDS returns and reconciliation with statutory records.
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Coordinate with Company Secretary and Chartered Accountants for statutory filings.
5. Financial Reporting & MIS
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Prepare and review monthly financial and management reports.
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Provide periodic financial updates to the reporting authority regarding financial performance and compliance.
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Ensure accuracy of financial trackers, reconciliation statements, and documentation.
6. Budgeting & Financial Planning
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Prepare and manage organizational budgets in consultation with the CEO and/or Finance Advisor.
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Monitor budget vs actual expenditure and highlight variances.
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Provide financial forecasts and cost-control recommendations.
7. Audit & Regulatory Coordination
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Coordinate with statutory auditors for half‑yearly and annual audits.
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Ensure readiness of financial records, reconciliation statements, and supporting
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documentation.
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Support responses to statutory notices or financial scrutiny matters.
8. Banking & Financial Liaison
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Liaise with banks for corporate banking matters including accounts, credit facilities, and guarantees.
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Ensure timely renewal and closure of bank guarantees.
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Maintain relationships with financial institutions and advisors.
9. Team Leadership & Operational Oversight
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Lead and supervise the Finance team.
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Ensure adherence to SOPs and financial processes.
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Review team outputs and drive operational improvements.
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Coordinate effectively with internal departments.
10. Decision Making & Ownership
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Act as the primary finance decision-maker for operational finance matters.
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Identify financial risks and implement corrective actions.
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Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting systems.
11. ISO Compliance & Governance
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Define and implement Quality Management System (QMS) and Information Security Management System (ISMS) processes for Drive culture of quality & security across the function, ensuring compliance with ISO standards.
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Maintain documentation for ISO audits and oversee corrective actions to address any non-compliance.
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Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure smooth execution of ISO compliant processes.
Qualification / Skill-sets
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Graduates / Professional Degree-holders / Post Graduates desirous of a Management and Leadership career in Finance & Accounting.
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Chartered Accountant (CA) / Inter CA completed. Full CA qualification preferred.
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10+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting
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3+ years in Management role
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Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards, GST, TDS, and statutory compliances.
Key Skills:
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Hands‑on experience managing complete accounting functions including receivables, payables, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit coordination.
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Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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High level of ownership, integrity, and reliability.
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Strong leadership and team management capability
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Proficiency in MS‑Excel and accounting ERP systems such as Zoho Books or similar platforms.
