Accounting & Financial Management Candidates should have a deep understanding of core accounting principles, balance sheet finalization, cash flow management, and the ability to prepare comprehensive financial statements including Profit and Loss (P&L) statements. Experience in analyzing performance metrics like PBDIT (Profit Before Depreciation, Interest, and Taxes) and PAT (Profit After Tax) is crucial for providing strategic insights to management.
Statutory & Tax Compliance The role requires hands-on experience in managing and filing various tax returns. Key requirements include:
GST Filing: Expertise in handling GST compliance and filing returns such as GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, and annual returns.
TDS/TCS: Knowledge and experience in managing TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) and TCS (Tax Collected at Source) compliance.
Software Proficiency The ideal candidate must be proficient in accounting software and tools commonly used in India:
Tally/ERP: Strong proficiency in Tally/ERP software is frequently mentioned as a core requirement.
MS Excel: Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis) are essential for financial analysis and MIS reporting.
Management & Soft Skills The individual needs proven leadership skills to guide and mentor an accounts team. Other vital soft skills include:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict financial deadlines.