Purpose of the position The Head of Accounting is responsible for the accounting of 20+ Corporate entities and Holding Companies (including country Holdco) leading a team of five people to ensure that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with accounting standards, the preparation of statutory financial statements in compliance with local GAAP / IFRS, providing financial analysis and advice to senior management, group reporting, tax returns in cooperation with the tax team. The Head of Accounting will contribute to the legal / tax / financial structuring of business development activities. Depending on person specification, be able to assist FP&A; for specific projects, and provide initial technical advice on IFRS subjects.

Key activities and competencies

- Strategic
- Contribute to the legal, tax, and financial structuring of business development activities.
- Provide initial technical advice on IFRS subjects.
- Operational
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and treasury.
- Prepare statutory financial statements for group companies and holding entities.
- Ensure VAT and tax returns are filed on time.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual Group reporting.
- Organisational
- Ensure that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with accounting standards.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including tax and VAT.
- Ensure that internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
- Contribute actively in the transformation of the Finance through Automation, digitalization, process and control.
- Propose new way of working to improve efficiencies and process




- Planning & Delivery of Work
- Provide financial analysis and advice to senior management to support decision-making.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting standards and regulations.
- Manage the relationship with external auditors and ensure timely completion of audits.
- Be responsible for the delivery of work to ensure the right level of quality and timeliness.
- Working with others
- Manage and mentor the accounting team to improve their skills and knowledge.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve company goals and objectives.

Experience

- 10+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years in a managerial role, ideally with Big 4 audit firm background.
- Experience of working in Corporate HQ, Leading Accounting function of a share service centre and experience of accounting of joint venture companies or similar.
- Strong analytical reasoning.
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Solid knowledge of accounting principles, international accounting practices (IFRS) standards, and local tax regulations.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
- Experience managing the accounting function in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong appetite for continuous improvement.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
- Excellent IT and systems skills. Experience with ERP systems (SAP highly preferred). SAP implementation experience is a plus.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Business Unit: Support Functions In Geographies Division: SF In AMEA - India

Legal Entity: ENGIE Energy India Private Limited

Company Name: ENGIE India

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📌 Head Accounting (Pune)
🏢 ENGIE India
📍 Pune