Manager - Accounts - Real Estate

Summary:

The Manager of Accounts will lead the accounting department of The Statesman Real Estate Advisors and ensure that all financial transactions are recorded, analyzed, and reported accurately and timely. The ideal candidate will have proven accounting, payroll management, and taxation expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounts department, including accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, capital assets reconciliations, and multiple bank reconciliations.

- Prepare financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

- Coordinate and support the month-end and year-end close processes.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

- Assist with the preparation of the company's budget and forecasts.

- Monitor financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with budgets and forecasts.

Regulatory & Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations and tax laws.

- Liaise with auditors for annual audit reviews, ensuring all audit issues are resolved and compliance is maintained with all required financial statements and regulatory standards.

- Ensure the company's compliance with laws such as Provident Fund (PF), Employee's State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), and others.

Payroll Management:

- Handle monthly payroll operations ensuring timely and accurate payments.

- Resolve any discrepancies in payroll and ensure proper documentation and record-keeping.

Taxation:

- Responsible for Indian taxation compliance, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), Income Tax, and any other applicable taxation.

- Coordinate with tax advisors for timely and accurate tax returns, payments, and documentation.

Strategic Analysis & Reporting:

- Provide insightful information and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision-making.

- Prepare financial analyses for contract negotiations and product investment decisions.

Leadership:

- Mentor and lead the accounts team, ensuring career development, and enhancing their skills and performance.

- Collaborate with the sales, marketing, and operations teams to align financial strategies with business goals.

Process Improvement:

- Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

- Implement efficient accounting systems and software to ensure transaction accuracy and data integrity.

Stakeholder Management:

- Engage with clients, vendors, and external partners for accounting-related matters and negotiations.

- Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's/PG degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- 9 -12 years of experience in senior accounting roles with specific expertise in payroll management and taxation.

- Proven expertise in using accounting software and tools.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

- Deep understanding of the real estate industry and its financial intricacies would be good to have.