• Role Summary:

​The Chief Accountant is responsible for managing all transactional accounting, controlling cash flow, and contributing to overall company management through timely financial reporting and analysis. The role demands a high level of expertise in accounting principles, strong analytical skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

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• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  
  

​I. Financial Accounting & Reporting:

​Finalize month-end and year-end accounts and prepare monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports within deadlines.

​Ensure timely and efficient Internal and External Audits and maintain accounting data as per audit requirements.

​Oversee the team of Accountants, ensuring the timely preparation and management of efficient Invoicing, Payments, Receivables, and Payables.

​Ensure periodic and day-to-day Cash Flow preparation in time.

​Ensure the accounting system is always up to date, ensuring timely data entry and report provision.

​Prepare and analyze financial reports, conduct financial analysis on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and provide timely information to support business decisions.

​II. Management & Controls:

​Supervise the team of Accountants.

​Establish and maintain strong internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

​Conduct regular internal audits and reviews, ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards.

​Support in the Budget and Forecast exercise and perform periodic variance analysis.

​Ensure timely tax-related compliances of the company.

​III. Office Management & Collaboration:

​Coordinate office maintenance, manage vendor relationships, and negotiate contracts.

​Liaise with a Legal partner for all company-related matters along with HR.

​Communicate effectively with staff, management, and vendors, working collaboratively with other departments.

• Job Requirements:

​Experience: 5 to 8 years' experience in a service-related industry as a Chief / Senior Accountant.

​Education: Graduate in Accounting / CA (partly or fully qualified).

​Technical Skills: Experience working in an ERP System (preferably Great Plains Dynamics) and experience with the Tally accounting system.

​Software: Excellent Excel skills.

​Core Competencies: Highly organized, able to manage a team of junior Accountants, possess excellent communication skills, dedicated, and meticulous with a strong attention to detail.