Role Overview
The candidate will be responsible for managing the Accounts & Finance function end-to-end, ensuring accurate accounting, timely finalisation of accounts, statutory compliances, financial reporting, cash flow, receivables, payables and audit requirements.
The role requires a senior, hands-on Accounts professional with 15-20 years of experience who can independently manage the accounts function, lead a team and work closely with senior management, auditors, banks, consultants and various business verticals.
The candidate should have strong practical knowledge of accounting, taxation, GST, TDS, audits, statutory compliance, MIS and financial controls, preferably with experience in an advertising, media, agency or service-sector organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounts & Financial Operations
- Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of the organisation.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
- Supervise general accounting, journal entries, ledger scrutiny and reconciliations.
- Ensure proper accounting of revenue, expenses, advances, provisions, receivables and payables.
- Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensure timely finalisation of accounts and preparation of financial statements.
- Maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes.
2. Statutory Compliance & Taxation
- Manage and ensure timely compliance relating to GST, TDS, Income Tax and other applicable statutory requirements.
- Review GST returns, reconciliations, input tax credit and related matters.
- Ensure timely TDS deductions, payments, returns and reconciliations.
- Coordinate on Income Tax matters, assessments, notices and related documentation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable provisions of the Companies Act and other regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with the Company Secretary and other internal/external stakeholders for finance-related statutory compliances.
3. Audit & Finalisation
- Coordinate and manage Statutory Audit, Internal Audit and Tax Audit requirements.
- Liaise with auditors and provide necessary schedules, workings and supporting documents.
- Review audit observations and ensure timely closure of outstanding matters.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and audit-related schedules.
- Maintain proper documentation and financial records.
4. MIS & Management Reporting
- Prepare and review monthly MIS and financial reports for senior management.
- Monitor and report on:
- Revenue
- Expenses
- Profitability
- Receivables
- Payables
- Cash flow
- Budget vs. actuals
- Outstanding payments
- Provide accurate financial information and analysis to support management decisions.
- Identify significant variances and highlight areas requiring management attention.
5. Receivables, Payables & Cash Flow
- Oversee client receivables and collections in coordination with the relevant business teams.
- Monitor ageing of receivables and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding payments.
- Manage vendor payments and payment schedules.
- Oversee client/vendor ledger reconciliation.
- Prepare and monitor cash flow and fund flow.
- Ensure effective working capital management.
6. Business & Project Accounting
- Work closely with various business verticals including OOH, DOOH, Events, Creative and Digital.
- Monitor project-wise revenue, expenses and profitability.
- Ensure proper accounting and documentation of project-related expenses.
- Support teams in budgeting, costing and financial planning.
- Review commercial and financial aspects of major projects and client assignments.
7. Banking & Financial Operations
- Manage day-to-day banking and financial transactions.
- Liaise with banks and financial institutions for routine banking requirements.
- Oversee bank reconciliations and monitor banking transactions.
- Manage fund requirements and ensure adequate liquidity for business operations.
- Coordinate with banks and other financial stakeholders whenever required.
8. Team Management
- Lead, supervise and mentor the Accounts & Finance team.
- Allocate responsibilities and ensure timely completion of accounting and compliance activities.
- Review the team's work for accuracy and completeness.
- Establish processes and controls to improve efficiency and minimise errors.
- Build accountability and ensure adherence to deadlines.
9. Listed Company & Regulatory Requirements
- Support finance-related requirements arising from the company's NSE-listed status.
- Coordinate with the Company Secretary, auditors and management for applicable financial and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in preparing financial information and reports required for management,
Board and Audit Committee reviews.
- Ensure high standards of financial accuracy, governance and compliance.
Key Requirements
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory.
- 1520 years of overall experience in Accounts & Finance.
- Strong hands-on experience in financial accounting, finalisation of accounts, taxation, GST, TDS and audits.
- Experience managing the complete Accounts function of an organisation.
- Strong knowledge of applicable Accounting Standards / Ind AS, Companies Act and taxation laws.
- Experience in handling Statutory Audit, Internal Audit and Tax Audit.
- Strong understanding of receivables, payables, cash flow and working capital management.
- Proven experience in managing and mentoring an Accounts team.
- Experience with an advertising, media, agency, service-sector or similar organisation will be an advantage.
- Experience working with listed companies will be an added advantage.
- Strong proficiency in Tally / ERP accounting systems and MS Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict financial and statutory deadlines.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
Key Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Finalisation of Accounts
- GST & TDS
- Income Tax
- Statutory Compliance
- Statutory & Internal Audit
- MIS & Financial Reporting
- Receivables & Payables
- Cash Flow & Fund Flow Management
- Working Capital Management
- Bank Reconciliation
- Client & Vendor Reconciliation
- Team Management
- Internal Financial Controls
- Tally / ERP
- Advanced MS Excel
- Ind AS / Accounting Standards
- Companies Act Compliance
Qualification
Chartered Accountant (CA) Mandatory
Membership with The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) preferred.
Experience
1520 years of relevant experience in Accounts & Finance.
Candidates with strong experience in advertising, media, agency, service-sector or listed companies will be preferred.
Salary
7 LPA – 12 LPA, depending on experience, qualifications, expertise and overall suitability for the role.
How to Apply
If you are a senior Accounts professional and a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong hands-on experience in managing accounting, taxation, audits, compliance, MIS and financial operations, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume to:
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📌 Senior Accountant (New Delhi)
🏢 Graphisads
📍 New Delhi