Sr. Group Accountant

Senior Accountant – Group Companies

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Own the end-to-end accounting function for multiple group companies.
• Maintain books of accounts in Tally with complete accuracy and timeliness.
• Record accounting entries, journal vouchers, ledger postings and month-end closures.
• Perform bank, vendor, customer, loan and inter-company reconciliations.
• Ensure books remain reconciled and audit-ready throughout the year.

Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and file GST returns accurately within prescribed timelines.
• Prepare and file TDS returns and ensure timely tax payments.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting, taxation and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants, auditors and regulatory authorities whenever required.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and tax regulations.

Banking & Treasury

• Manage banking operations including payments, receipts and reconciliations.
• Prepare payment schedules and monitor cash flow.
• Assist management in treasury planning and fund management.
• Liaise with banks for documentation, account operations and other banking requirements.

Reporting & MIS

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Generate accurate MIS reports for management review.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Present financial information in a professional, organised and easy-to-understand manner.

Documentation & Communication

• Draft professional emails, request letters and business correspondence.
• Maintain proper documentation for accounting records and statutory filings.
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams, vendors, consultants and financial institutions.

Process Improvement

• Continuously identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for recurring accounting activities.
• Identify discrepancies, operational gaps and compliance risks before they become issues.
• Recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Audit & Support

• Coordinate internal, statutory and tax audits.
• Provide complete documentation and explanations required during audits.
• Support management on special projects and financial initiatives whenever required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
• CA, MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience handling accounting for multiple entities will be an advantage.
• Experience in Financial Services, Investment Management, PMS, AIF, NBFC, CA Firm or Professional Services preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Tally.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, logical formulas, financial reporting).
• Good understanding of GST, TDS, Income Tax and statutory compliances.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing MIS reports and management dashboards.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes complete ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Is exceptionally detail-oriented and accuracy-focused.
• Delivers work correctly the first time.
• Never misses deadlines.
• Identifies problems before they are pointed out.
• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintains high standards of presentation and documentation.
• Communicates professionally and confidently.
• Is highly organised and able to prioritise multiple responsibilities.
• Maintains complete confidentiality and integrity while handling financial information.

Success in this Role

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain books that are always accurate, reconciled and audit-ready.
• Ensure every statutory and internal deadline is completed on time.
• Build efficient systems instead of depending on reminders.
• Improve processes rather than simply follow them.
• Deliver financial reports that management can rely on for decision-making.
• Become a dependable owner of the accounting function across the group.