General Manager in Accounts & Finance (Finance Leader)

General Manager – Finance & Accounts

Job Title: General Manager – Finance & Accounts

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Oversee accurate and timely preparation of financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS / GAAP).
• Manage consolidation of group entities (if applicable).
• Supervise general ledger, trial balance, reconciliations, and book closures.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & MIS

• Lead the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget.
• Prepare rolling forecasts and track financial KPIs.
• Generate periodic MIS reports and dashboards to aid management decision-making.

3. Statutory Compliance & Audit

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST, TDS, Income Tax, PF, ESI, ROC, and other statutory returns.
• Manage external, internal, and tax audits; coordinate with statutory auditors and consultants.
• Ensure timely closure of audits with minimal qualifications or observations.

4. Taxation (Direct & Indirect)

• Handle compliance, assessment, and litigation for direct and indirect taxes.
• Ensure accurate computation, payment, and filing of tax obligations.
• Implement tax-saving strategies and risk mitigation.

5. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Monitor day-to-day cash flow and fund positions.
• Manage working capital and ensure liquidity for operational needs.
• Maintain strong banking relationships; handle fund disbursements and collections.

6. Internal Controls & Process Improvements

• Establish and monitor robust internal controls and SOPs for financial transactions.
• Identify opportunities for automation and operational efficiency.
• Ensure risk management policies are implemented effectively.

7. Team Management & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounts team.
• Set team goals, review performance, and ensure high levels of accuracy and accountability.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.

8. ERP & Systems Management

• Supervise financial modules of ERP (SAP / Oracle / Tally / MS Dynamics / NetSuite).
• Ensure timely system updates, data integrity, and process automation.

9. Strategic Financial Support

• Support business units with financial analysis and feasibility studies.
• Participate in strategic discussions related to expansion, capex, and investments.
• Evaluate pricing, costing, and profitability models for business lines.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and taxation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• ERP and MIS proficiency, with advanced MS Excel knowledge
• High integrity and a hands-on, detail-oriented working style

Preferred Industry Background:

• Manufacturing, FMCG, Construction, Real Estate, EPC, Logistics, IT/ITES, or related sectors