Finance & Accounts Head

Role Summary

The Accounts Head leads the finance and accounts function and is responsible for accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, taxation, budgeting, cash\-flow management and strong internal controls. The role partners with senior management to provide financial insights that support business decisions and sustainable growth.

Qualification \- CA ( Mandate)

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting \& Financial Reporting

• Oversee day\-to\-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting and fixed assets.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly and annual closing of books in accordance with Ind AS / applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and review financial statements, MIS reports and management dashboards for leadership.
• Ensure accuracy of reconciliations, provisions and period\-end adjustments.

Taxation \& Statutory Compliance

• Ensure timely compliance with GST, TDS/TCS, Income Tax, PF, ESI, Professional Tax and other applicable laws.
• Oversee preparation and filing of tax returns, assessments and responses to departmental notices.
• Manage compliance under the Companies Act, 2013, including ROC filings, in coordination with the company secretary / legal team.
• Plan and manage tax strategy to optimise tax liability within the legal framework.

Audit \& Internal Controls

• Coordinate statutory, internal, tax and GST audits; ensure timely closure of audit observations.
• Design, implement and monitor internal financial controls (IFC) and SOPs to safeguard company assets and prevent errors or fraud.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, delegation of authority and approval matrices.

Budgeting, Forecasting \& Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Perform variance analysis, cost analysis and profitability analysis; recommend corrective actions.
• Provide financial insights to support pricing, investment and strategic decisions.

Treasury \& Cash\-Flow Management

• Manage cash flow, working capital, fund planning and banking relationships.
• Monitor receivables and payables, vendor payments and collections to maintain healthy liquidity.
• Support fundraising, loan documentation and investor or lender reporting as required.

Team Leadership \& Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor and develop the accounts and finance team; set goals and review performance.
• Drive automation and process improvements through ERP / accounting software.
• Coordinate closely with HR, Procurement, Sales, Legal and Operations on finance\-related matters.

Qualifications \& Experience

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – completed (mandatory).
• Minimum 8 years of relevant post\-qualification experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 years in a team\-leadership role.
• Experience in a technology, services or similar organisation is preferred.
• Additional qualifications such as DISA, CPA or an MBA (Finance) are an advantage.

Skills \& Competencies

• In\-depth knowledge of Indian accounting standards, GST, Income Tax, TDS and the Companies Act.
• Strong command of ERP / accounting software (Tally, SAP, Zoho Books or similar) and advanced Excel.
• Analytical mindset with strong financial\-modelling and reporting skills.
• Leadership, decision\-making and stakeholder\-management abilities.
• High integrity, attention to detail and the ability to work under deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely and accurate month\-end and year\-end closing.
• 100% on\-time statutory and tax compliance with zero penalties.
• Clean audit reports with timely closure of observations.
• Budget adherence and quality of forecasting.
• Improvement in working\-capital and cash\-flow metrics.

Pay: ₹1,200,000\.00 \- ₹1,900,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person