Manager - Accounts

Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Month-End Close

Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Review and approve journal entries, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with Ind AS / IFRS and Group accounting policies.

Monitor balance sheet integrity and drive resolution of open items.

2. Accounts Payable & Payments

Oversee Accounts Payable operations, including vendor accounting, invoice processing, and aging management.

Ensure timely processing of vendor payments in line with agreed credit terms and internal controls.

Review and approve bank payments through ERP and banking platforms.

Drive process improvements and automation in AP workflows .

3. General Ledger & Controls

Lead the General Ledger function across multiple entities.

Ensure robust internal controls, SOPs, and documentation.

Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve data quality.

4. Audits & Compliance

Act as the primary point of contact for statutory, internal, and group audits.

Coordinate audit planning, data readiness, and closure of audit queries.

Ensure timely completion of audits with minimal adjustments and no major qualifications.

Support compliance with statutory requirements, including filings and regulatory submissions.

5. Treasury & Banking

Oversee treasury operations, including cash flow monitoring, fund utilization, and banking relationships.

Manage bank accounts, signatories, and payment authorization controls.

Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning in coordination with leadership.

6. Restructuring & Special Projects

Provide accounting and finance support for group restructuring, de-mergers, mergers, and internal reorganizations.

Assist in implementation of accounting treatments, disclosures, and audit coordination related to restructuring.

Support system migrations, process transitions, and finance transformation initiatives.

7. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance operations team.

Review team deliverables and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Partner with cross-functional teams including Legal, Tax, FP&A, and Business teams.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Ind AS / IFRS.

Expertise in month-end close, AP, GL, audits, and treasury

Experience in multi-entity / group structures

Strong analytical, review, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience and Qualifications

Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory

4-6 years of post-qualification experience in finance and accounting

Experience in Big-4, technology or fintech

ERP experience (Oracle preferred)