Accountant

Job Title: Executive - Accounts

Experience Required: 3 to 5 Years

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related field (B.Com, MBA Finance, M.Com preferred)

• Strong academic record with consistent performance

About the company.:

A group of companies working in multiple verticals such as Interiors, Civil & Infrastructure, Events, Exhibition, Film and more. We blend creativity with strategy to design memorable experiences for top-tier brands and organizations.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive – Accounts & Finance with hands-on experience in managing end-to-end accounting and finance operations within a group company structure.

The ideal candidate will not only manage core accounting functions but also streamline finance workflows, improve internal controls, implement process efficiencies, and support financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Finance Operations & Workflow Management

• Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations across group entities

• Streamline financial workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention

• Standardize accounting processes and implement best practices

• Ensure proper documentation and internal control mechanisms

• Automate financial reporting processes using Tally, Zoho Books, and Excel

2. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

• Supervise vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections

• Optimize cash conversion cycles

• Implement controls to minimize outstanding receivables

• Maintain vendor reconciliation and customer ledger accuracy

3. Financial Reporting & MIS

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

• Develop and present MIS reports to management

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions

4. Compliance & Statutory Management

• Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, PF, ESI, and other statutory regulations

• Handle timely filing of returns and statutory payments

• Coordinate with auditors for statutory, tax, and internal audits

• Monitor regulatory updates and implement necessary changes

5. Bank, Cash Flow & Fund Management

• Oversee bank reconciliations and fund transfers

• Prepare and monitor cash flow statements

• Manage working capital and liquidity planning

• Monitor cheque clearances and petty cash controls

6. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with HR, Operations, Procurement, and Management

• Support contract reviews and commercial negotiations from a finance perspective

• Communicate effectively with vendors, clients, auditors, and financial institutions

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in Tally ERP, Zoho Books, and MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Advanced Formulas, MIS Dashboards)

• Experience in workflow automation and financial process improvement

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations

Process Improvement Skills

• Ability to analyze finance processes and implement efficiency enhancements

• Experience in building SOPs and strengthening internal controls

• Capability to drive digital transformation within finance operations

Analytical & Leadership Skills

• Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to mentor junior accounts staff

• Excellent time management and deadline orientation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling accounts for group companies

• Exposure to audit handling and statutory assessments

• Experience working in growing or mid-sized organizations

• Knowledge of financial planning tools or ERP integrations