Senior Accounts Manager

Job Description – Senior Manager – Accounts

• *Industry:** Media \& Entertainment / Film \& Television Post\-Production
• *Department:** Finance \& Accounts
• *Designation:** Senior Manager – Accounts
• *Reporting to:** Head of Finance / CFO

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager – Accounts to oversee the company's finance and accounting operations, particularly in the post\-production and media services business. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, cash flow, project costing, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• *1\. Accounting \& Financial Management**

• Oversee day\-to\-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Prepare financial statements, MIS reports, and management dashboards.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

• *2\. Project Costing \& Revenue Management**

• Monitor project\-wise revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Track production and post\-production project costs, including editing, dubbing, DI, mastering, VFX, and other services.
• Ensure timely client billing and revenue recognition.
• Monitor project budgets and highlight cost variances.

• *3\. Budgeting \& Financial Planning**

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Monitor operational expenses and capital expenditure.
• Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to management.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and fund utilisation.

• *4\. Taxation \& Statutory Compliance**

• Oversee GST, TDS, income tax, and other statutory compliances.
• Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, and internal auditors.
• Ensure timely filing of returns and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation and financial records.

• *5\. Client \& Vendor Management**

• Monitor client outstanding payments and ensure timely collections.
• Manage vendor payments and payment schedules.
• Review contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with project teams and operations for billing and cost control.

• *6\. Team Management**

• Lead and guide the finance and accounts team.
• Establish effective accounting processes and internal controls.
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and timely completion of financial activities.

Required Qualifications

• CA / CMA / MBA Finance / M.Com or equivalent qualification.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in Finance \& Accounts.
• Experience in the Media \& Entertainment, Film Production, or Post\-Production industry will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, GST, TDS, taxation, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, project costing, and MIS.

Required Skills

• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and accounting ERP systems.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong leadership, problem\-solving, and decision\-making abilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely monthly and annual financial closures.
• Accuracy of financial statements and MIS reports.
• Effective project cost monitoring and profitability analysis.
• Timely statutory compliance and audit completion.
• Improved collection efficiency and working capital management.
• Effective control over operational expenses.

Pay: ₹60,000\.00 \- ₹80,000\.00 per month

Benefits

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person