AGASTYA NUTRIFOOD

– Accounts Manager Cum CA

Location: Rajoda, Bavla, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Department: Finance & Accounts

Designation: Accounts Manager Cum CA

Reporting To: Management / Director / CEO

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5–10 years preferred

Qualification: CA / CA Inter with strong relevant experience in manufacturing accounts

1. JOB PURPOSE The Accounts Manager Cum CA will be responsible for managing the complete Finance & Accounts function of Agastya Nutrifood, ensuring accurate accounting, statutory compliance, financial reporting, taxation, internal controls, cash-flow management and financial planning.

The position will work closely with management and other departments to provide timely financial information and support business decisions.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Financial Accounting & Reporting

- Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate accounting records.
- Supervise general ledger, journal entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Review bank, vendor, customer and inter-company reconciliations.
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
- Prepare monthly MIS and financial reports for management.
- Analyse revenue, expenses, profitability and major cost variances.
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all financial transactions.
- Coordinate preparation of Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account and Cash Flow statements.

B. GST & Direct Tax Compliance

- Ensure timely GST compliance, including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and other applicable returns.
- Monitor input tax credit reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinate GST audit, departmental notices and assessments.
- Manage TDS compliance, deductions, payments and returns.
- Coordinate Income Tax return filing, tax audits and related requirements.
- Support tax planning and ensure compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Maintain proper records for statutory assessments and notices.

C. Costing & Manufacturing Finance

- Monitor product costing and manufacturing expenses.
- Analyse raw material, labour, overhead and production costs.
- Review inventory valuation and stock accounting.
- Coordinate physical stock verification and investigate variances.
- Prepare cost and profitability analysis for management.
- Monitor production-related expenses and identify cost-control opportunities.
- Support budgeting and standard-cost development.

D. Accounts Payable & Receivable

- Supervise vendor invoice processing and payment schedules.
- Review vendor outstanding and ageing reports.
- Monitor customer receivables and collection status.
- Prepare receivable ageing and follow up with concerned departments.
- Ensure proper approval and documentation before payments.
- Monitor credit limits and payment terms.

E. Banking & Cash Flow Management

- Manage banking transactions and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare daily/weekly cash-flow positions.
- Monitor working capital requirements.
- Coordinate fund transfers, payments and banking documentation.
- Liaise with banks for routine financial matters.
- Support management in cash-flow planning.

F. Budgeting & MIS

- Prepare annual budgets in coordination with management and departments.
- Prepare monthly budget-versus-actual analysis.




- Develop financial MIS and management dashboards.
- Identify significant variances and provide explanations.
- Provide financial data and analysis for management decision-making.

G. Audit & Statutory Compliance

- Coordinate statutory audit, tax audit and internal audit activities.
- Prepare schedules, supporting documents and audit confirmations.
- Ensure timely closure of audit observations.
- Maintain statutory records and financial documentation.
- Coordinate with external consultants, auditors and tax professionals where required.

H. Internal Controls

- Establish and monitor accounting controls.
- Ensure proper segregation of duties and approval mechanisms.
- Review financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify financial risks and recommend corrective measures.
- Strengthen SOPs for purchase, sales, inventory, payments and expenses.

I. Team Management

- Lead and supervise the Accounts & Finance team.
- Allocate responsibilities and monitor work completion.
- Review accounting entries and reports prepared by the team.
- Train team members on accounting procedures and compliance.
- Establish timelines and performance standards for the department.

3. KEY RESULT AREAS (KRAs)

KRA

Key Responsibility

Financial Accounting

Accurate and timely books of accounts

Statutory Compliance

Timely GST, TDS, Income Tax and other applicable compliance

MIS & Reporting

Timely and accurate monthly MIS

Working Capital

Effective receivable, payable and cash-flow management

Cost Control

Monitoring manufacturing costs and variances

Audit

Smooth and timely completion of audits

Inventory Accounting

Accurate stock accounting and reconciliation

Internal Controls

Effective financial controls and SOP implementation

Team Management

Productive performance of Accounts & Finance team

Management Support

Financial analysis and decision support

4. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

- Monthly accounts closing completed within defined timeline.
- Accuracy of financial statements and MIS.
- Timely filing of GST, TDS and other statutory returns.
- Reduction in reconciliation and accounting discrepancies.
- Timely collection of receivables.
- Effective control over vendor payments and outstanding.
- Accuracy of inventory valuation.
- Budget-versus-actual variance monitoring.
- Timely completion of audits.
- Number/value of unresolved audit observations.
- Cash-flow forecasting accuracy.
- Reduction of unnecessary financial costs and leakages.

5. QUALIFICATION

Essential:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred.
- CA Inter with substantial relevant experience may also be considered.
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Commerce, Finance or Accounting preferred.

Preferred Certifications/Knowledge:

- CA / CA Inter
- Advanced knowledge of GST and taxation
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards
- ERP/accounting software knowledge
- Advanced MS Excel skills

6.



EXPERIENCE Preferred: 5–10 years of relevant experience.

Experience in manufacturing, food processing, FMCG, nutraceutical, food products or similar industries will be an advantage.

Candidates should preferably have hands-on experience in:

- Manufacturing accounting
- Import – Export invoicing knowledge
- GST and taxation
- Costing
- Inventory accounting
- MIS
- Audit
- Working capital
- Team management

7. REQUIRED SKILLS

Technical Skills

- Advanced accounting knowledge
- GST & TDS
- Income Tax
- Financial reporting
- Cost accounting
- Budgeting
- MIS preparation
- Inventory accounting
- Working capital management
- Audit coordination
- MS Excel
- ERP/accounting software

Behavioural Skills

- Strong analytical ability
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under deadlines
- Strong coordination with management and departments

8. AUTHORITY & DECISION-MAKING The position will be responsible for recommending and/or approving financial transactions within the authority delegated by management.

Key areas include

- Review and approval of accounting entries within assigned authority.
- Review of vendor/customer reconciliations.
- Financial control and compliance monitoring.
- Recommendation of payment priorities.
- Recommendation of cost-control measures.
- Escalation of financial risks and compliance issues to management.
- Recommendation of process improvements and internal controls.

Note: Final financial approval limits will be as defined by Agastya Nutrifood's management and delegation-of-authority policy. 9. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

- Directors / Management
- HR & Administration
- Purchase
- Production
- Sales & Marketing
- Stores
- Logistics
- Quality
- Operations

External:

- Statutory Auditors
- Tax Consultants
- Banks
- Vendors
- Customers
- Government/Tax Authorities
- Professional Consultants

10. LOCATION & WORKING CONDITIONS Work Location: Agastya Nutrifood, Rajoda, Bavla, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

The position will primarily operate from the manufacturing/office facility and may require coordination with production, stores, purchase, vendors, banks, auditors and statutory authorities.

11. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE The ideal candidate should be a hands-on Finance & Accounts professional capable of independently managing the company's accounting and compliance function.

The candidate should combine

Accounting Expertise + Tax Compliance + Manufacturing Finance + MIS + Cost Control + Team Leadership + Management Reporting

Candidates with experience in a food manufacturing/FMCG/nutraceutical environment will be preferred.

12. CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY The Accounts Manager Cum CA will have access to sensitive financial, commercial, employee and business information and must maintain strict confidentiality, professional integrity and compliance with company policies.

Company: Agastya Nutrifood

Location: Rajoda, Bavla, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Department: Finance & Accounts

Designation: Accounts Manager Cum CA

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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