Accounts Manager

Whitefield Careers; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable career agency in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is looking for an experienced Accounts Manager. The role involves managing daily accounting operations, producing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and substantial experience, preferably with a CPA or CMA certification. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for this position, which supports strategic decision-making and financial health.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as an Accounts Manager or similar role.
• Certification such as CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with creating financial statements and reports.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports.
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods and policies.
• Coordinate and complete annual audits.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Auditing regulations

Budgeting

Tax compliance

Internal control

Leadership

Accounting software

Financial operations

Regulatory compliance

Meeting deadlines

Regulatory reporting

Taxation

Budget preparation

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Financial reporting

Accounting

Microsoft Office Suite

Analytical skills

Audits

Cash management

Team management

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview :

The Accounts Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

This role is essential for maintaining financial health and providing strategic insights for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities :

– Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.

– Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.

– Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.

– Coordinate and complete annual audits.

– Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and petty cash.

– Supervise the accurate and timely processing of payable and receivable transactions.

– Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

– Assist in budget preparation and management activities.

– Manage the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.

– Monitor and support taxation issues.

– Develop and maintain internal control and effective accounting system and policies.

– Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.

– Lead, manage, and develop accounting staff.

– Provide leadership and support for month-end and year-end close process.

– Collaborate with Controller and Senior Management to support overall department goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications :

– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field.

– Proven work experience as an Accounts Manager or similar role.

– Certification such as CPA or CMA is a plus.

– Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

– Experience with creating financial statements and reports.

– Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.

– Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

– Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

– Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and leadership skills.

– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

– Knowledge of auditing and tax regulations.

– Experience in financial analysis and budgeting.

– Previous experience in managing and developing a team.

– Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

– Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Skills: Team leadership,auditing regulations,budgeting,tax compliance,internal control,leadership,accounting software,financial operations,regulatory compliance,meeting deadlines,regulatory reporting,taxation,budget preparation,financial analysis,organizational skills,interpersonal skills,financial reporting,accounting,microsoft office suite,analytical skills,audits,cash management,team management,accounting principles.