Job Description
End-to-end Accounting & Finance Oversight: Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable & receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, vendor payments and expense reimbursements.
Monthly / Quarterly / Annual Closing & Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate monthly closing, prepare P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and other statutory/management financial reports / MIS.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning: Lead annual budgeting cycles, periodic forecasts, variance analysis (budget vs actual), working capital projections, cash flow planning, and long-term financial planning.
Internal Controls & Financial Governance: Develop, implement and enforce robust accounting policies, internal controls, SOPs and governance systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory & internal standards.
Statutory Compliance & Taxation: Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to the organisation — including GST, TDS, ROC filings, payroll taxes, audit requirements, tax returns and other regulatory filings as applicable.
Audit & Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with internal and external auditors, liaise with banks, vendors, statutory authorities, tax consultants and other external stakeholders to ensure smooth audits, compliances and vendor/bank transactions.
Team Leadership & People Management: Lead and mentor the accounts & finance team across multiple centres; define roles & responsibilities, drive process standardization, ensure timely deliverables and uphold accounting discipline.
Management Reporting & Business Insights: Prepare and present periodic MIS, financial reports, variance analyses, cash flow forecasts and other insightful financial data to management to facilitate strategic decision-making.
Process Improvement & Systems Implementation: Review existing accounting/financial processes, recommend improvements, and implement efficient systems/tools (accounting software / ERP / reporting tools) to streamline operations, reduce risk and improve accuracy.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
Total 8–15 years of relevant post-qualification experience in accounts/finance, with substantial experience in senior-level roles across multi-location / multi-site operations (healthcare / retail / service / similar).
Strong technical accounting knowledge — familiarity with Indian accounting practices, statutory requirements (GST, TDS, ROC, payroll compliance), tax laws and regulatory framework.
Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), monthly/quarterly/year-end closing, cash flow & working capital management.
Demonstrated experience in setting up and maintaining internal financial controls, accounting policies, process standardization and financial governance.
Hands-on experience with statutory compliance: GST, TDS, ROC filings, statutory audits, tax filings etc.
Strong leadership & team-management skills — capable of leading an accounts/finance team across multiple centres, coordinating with various stakeholders (auditors, banks, vendors, management).
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in accounting software / ERP systems and advanced MS-Excel / MIS / reporting tools. CA / CWA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification will be an advantage.