– Accounts Manager

Position: Accounts Manager

Industry: Automobile Dealership

Preferred Experience: Automobile Dealership / Maruti Suzuki Dealership Experience

Department: Finance & Accounts

Reports To: Management/ CEO

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Head to manage the complete finance and accounting functions of our automobile dealership. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of dealership accounting, taxation, financial reporting, internal controls, and statutory compliance.

Candidates with prior experience in Maruti Suzuki dealerships or other automobile dealerships will be strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities1. Accounting & Financial Management

- Manage day-to-day accounting operations of the dealership.
- Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, bank, and general ledger activities.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Monitor dealership profitability, expenses, working capital, and cash flow.
- Conduct regular reconciliation of bank, customer, vendor, and other ledger accounts.

1. Automobile Dealership Accounting

- Handle accounting related to current vehicle sales, used-car sales, accessories, service, insurance, finance, and other dealership operations.
- Monitor vehicle stock, vehicle purchases, sales invoices, receivables, and payments.
- Reconcile manufacturer/dealer accounts and ensure timely settlement of outstanding balances.
- Monitor OEM incentives, dealer incentives, schemes, claims, discounts, and other manufacturer-related transactions.
- Coordinate with Sales, Service, Parts, Used Cars, Insurance, and Finance departments regarding accounting matters.
- Ensure proper accounting and reconciliation of customer advances and vehicle bookings.

1. GST, TDS & Statutory Compliance





- Ensure timely and accurate GST returns and compliance.
- Manage TDS, income tax, professional tax, PF, ESI, and other applicable statutory compliances.
- Review GST input/output tax reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and statutory authorities when required.

1. MIS & Management Reporting

- Prepare monthly MIS reports, P&L; statements, balance sheets, cash-flow statements, and financial analysis.
- Provide management with reports on sales, gross margins, expenses, receivables, payables, and profitability.
- Analyze departmental performance and highlight financial variances.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash-flow projections.

1. Audit & Internal Controls

- Coordinate statutory, internal, tax, and manufacturer/OEM audits.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and dealership accounting procedures.
- Establish and maintain strong internal financial controls.
- Identify accounting discrepancies, financial risks, and control weaknesses and recommend corrective action.

1. Team Management

- Lead and supervise the accounts team.
- Allocate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
- Review accounting entries and ensure proper documentation.
- Train and guide team members on accounting procedures, GST, taxation, and dealership processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce / Accounting / Finance; CA Inter / CMA / MBA Finance will be an advantage.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in accounts and finance, preferably in an automobile dealership.




- Maruti Suzuki dealership experience is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, income tax, statutory compliance, and financial reporting.
- Good understanding of automobile dealership accounting processes.
- Experience with OEM/dealer accounting, incentives, claims, vehicle stock reconciliation, and dealership MIS.
- Strong knowledge of Tally / ERP / dealership management software and MS Excel.
- Excellent analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.

Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have:
- Previous experience as Accounts Head / Finance Manager / Senior Accountant in an automobile dealership.
- Hands-on experience in Maruti Suzuki dealership accounting and financial processes.
- Good understanding of new vehicle, used vehicle, service, parts, accessories, insurance, and finance operations.
- Experience handling audits and OEM financial requirements.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- High level of integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and accountability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Timely statutory compliance.
- Reduction in outstanding receivables.
- Effective cash-flow and working-capital management.
- Accurate vehicle stock and ledger reconciliation.
- Timely closure of audits.
- Control over dealership expenses.
- Accuracy of OEM claims, incentives, and reconciliations.
- Overall profitability and financial discipline of the dealership.

Experience in Maruti Suzuki dealership accounting will be given strong preference. Pay: From ₹85,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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