JOB DESCRIPTION – ACCOUNTS HEAD

Position: Accounts Head

Department: Finance & Accounts

Industry: Architecture / Design / Real Estate Consultancy

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 8–20 Years

Reporting To: Director / Senior Management

Salary- 45K (Depend On Interview)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Head to manage the complete finance and accounting function of the architecture firm. The candidate will be responsible for day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, project-wise financial tracking, receivables/payables, payroll coordination, and financial controls.

The ideal candidate should have experience handling accounts for an architecture, design, construction, real estate, or qualified consultancy firm and should be capable of independently managing the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Financial Management

Manage complete day-to-day accounting operations of the firm.

Maintain books of accounts, ledgers, journals, bank reconciliation, and general accounting records.

Ensure accurate and timely recording of all income and expenses.

Monitor project-wise revenue, expenses, profitability, and outstanding payments.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and MIS reports.

Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.

2. Accounts Receivable & Payable

Prepare and monitor client invoices as per consultancy agreements and project milestones.

Track outstanding receivables and coordinate with the concerned teams for timely collections.

Manage vendor, consultant, contractor, and service-provider payments.

Maintain proper records of advances, retentions, reimbursements, and adjustments.

Prepare regular ageing reports for receivables and payables.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

Handle GST, TDS, Income Tax, Professional Tax, and other applicable statutory compliances.

Ensure timely filing of GST returns, TDS returns,



and other statutory returns.

Verify TDS deductions and certificates.

Coordinate with Chartered Accountants, auditors, tax consultants, and other external professionals.

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting and taxation regulations.

Assist in tax assessments, audits, notices, and related documentation.

4. Payroll & Employee-Related Accounts

Coordinate monthly payroll processing, salary calculations, deductions, and reimbursements.

Ensure accurate calculation of TDS and other applicable deductions.

Coordinate with HR regarding new joiners, exits, salary revisions, leave, and attendance-related inputs.

Maintain employee-related financial records.

5. Audit & Financial Controls

Coordinate internal and statutory audits.

Prepare audit schedules, supporting documents, confirmations, and reconciliations.

Establish and maintain appropriate financial controls and approval processes.

Identify discrepancies, accounting errors, and financial risks and take corrective action.

Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.

6. Project & Consultancy Accounts

Maintain project-wise accounting and financial tracking.

Monitor consultancy fees, invoices, collections, project expenses, and profitability.

Review agreements/work orders from an accounts and payment perspective.

Track client advances, security deposits, retentions, and other project-related financial transactions.

Provide management with project-wise financial reports and analysis.

7. MIS & Management Reporting

Prepare monthly financial MIS for Senior Management/Directors.





Provide reports on:

Revenue and collections

Outstanding receivables

Payables

Cash flow

Project profitability

Expenses

Salary/payroll

GST/TDS liabilities

Provide financial insights to support management decision-making.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CA Inter / M.Com / MBA Finance will be an added advantage.

8–12 years of relevant experience in accounts and finance.

Experience in an architecture firm, real estate company, construction company, engineering consultancy, or professional services firm is preferred.

Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory compliance.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Proficiency in Tally / ERP / accounting software and MS Excel.

Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to independently manage the accounts function.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Ability to manage confidential financial information.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The candidate should be a hands-on finance professional capable of independently managing the firm's accounting and finance operations. Experience dealing with architects, consultants, contractors, vendors, clients, CA firms, auditors, and statutory authorities will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Timely and accurate monthly closing of accounts.

Timely GST, TDS, and other statutory compliances.

Reduction in outstanding client receivables.

Accurate project-wise profitability reporting.

Timely vendor and consultant payment processing.

Accuracy of MIS and financial reporting.

Effective cash-flow management.

Successful completion of audits with proper documentation.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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