Senior Finance & Accounts Analytics Professional

Description: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance & Accounts Professional with 10-15 years of hands-on experience in accounting firms. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in financial reporting, auditing, taxation, compliance, MIS reporting, and advanced financial analytics. This role demands deep knowledge of accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory regulations, along with the ability to deliver strategic financial insights.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting:

- Manage end-to-end accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial records.

- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP/Ind AS).

- Lead the finalization of books of accounts.

2. Audit & Compliance:

- Handle statutory audits, internal audits, tax audits, and compliance audits.

- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities.

- Ensure timely filing of GST, TDS, Income Tax returns, and other statutory requirements.

- Strengthen and monitor internal control systems.

3. Financial Analytics & MIS:

- Prepare MIS reports, dashboards, and detailed variance analysis.

- Conduct profitability analysis, cost optimization, and margin improvement studies.

- Perform budget vs. actual analysis and forecasting.

- Analyze key financial metrics including CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate), ROI (Return on Investment), IRR (Internal Rate of Return), and Financial Ratios (liquidity, profitability, leverage, and efficiency ratios).

- Provide actionable financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business growth.

4. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance:

- Demonstrate strong working knowledge of direct and indirect taxation.

- Support in handling assessments, notices, and compliance matters.

- Ensure adherence to all statutory requirements and regulatory deadlines.

5. Team Leadership & Client Handling:

- Supervise and mentor junior accountants and audit staff.

- Manage client relationships and provide advisory and financial consulting support.

- Review and validate work prepared by team members for accuracy and compliance.

6. Systems & Process Improvement:

- Drive accounting process improvements and automation initiatives.

- Work extensively on ERP/accounting systems (Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, etc.).

- Ensure data integrity, system controls, and efficient financial workflows.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling and valuation techniques.

- Proficiency in interpreting financial data and performance metrics such as CAGR, ROI, IRR, and ratio analysis.

- Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and compliance frameworks.

- Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency.

- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.