Accounts Manager - Navi Mumbai

Kidzonia International Preschool; Mumbai; Presencial; INR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kidzonia is seeking an Accounts Manager to oversee end-to-end accounting and financial controls. This role involves maintaining compliance, generating accurate financial reports, and providing insights to support business growth. Ideal candidates should have over 6 years of experience in finance, especially in the education sector, along with strong knowledge of GST, TDS, and ERP systems. This is a full-time position based in Mumbai with extended hours during audits.

Formación

• 6–12+ years of experience in accounts and finance roles.
• Preferred experience in education, franchise, or retail industry.
• Strong accounting and compliance knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain accurate and compliant financial records.
• Ensure statutory and tax compliance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Generate MIS reports for management decision-making.

Conocimientos

Hands-on experience with GST

Hands-on experience with TDS

ERP and Excel proficiency

Analytical mindset

Time management

Multitasking ability

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Integrity and confidentiality

Educación

B.Com / M.Com / CA-Inter / CMA-Inter

CA / CMA preferred for senior profiles

Herramientas

Tally

Zoho

SAP

Descripción del empleo

The Accounts Manager is responsible for end-to-end accounting, financial controls, statutory compliance, reporting, and financial support for Kidzonia Preschool, covering corporate office, company-owned centers, and franchise operations. The role ensures financial accuracy, compliance, transparency, and timely reporting to support business growth.

Key Objectives:

• Maintain accurate and compliant financial records
• Ensure statutory and tax compliance
• Strengthen financial controls and audit readiness
• Support management with timely financial insights

Key Responsibilities:

• Journal entries and adjustments
• Bank, cash, and inter-company reconciliations
• Ensure accurate recording of:
  • Royalty income
  • School fees (company-owned centers)
  • Vendor payments and expenses
• Maintain proper accounting records in ERP / accounting software
• Prepare and present:
  • Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports
• Generate MIS reports for management, including:
  • Franchise revenue and collections
  • Budget vs actual analysis
• Support management decision-making with financial insights

3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control

• Assist in preparation of:
• Monitor expenses and highlight variances
• Track ROI and unit economics for centers and franchises

4. Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with:
  • GST (returns, reconciliations, audits)
  • TDS (deductions, payments, returns)
  • Income Tax provisions
• Coordinate with tax consultants and auditors
• Handle notices, assessments, and departmental queries
• Ensure timely payment of statutory dues

5. Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

• Oversee:
  • Vendor payments and ageing
  • Employee reimbursements and advances
• Track:
  • Franchise fee and royalty receivables
  • Center fee collections
• Follow up on outstanding dues and support recovery efforts

6. Payroll & Employee Compensation Support

• Coordinate payroll processing with HR
• Salary disbursements
• Statutory deductions (PF, ESI, PT)
• Ensure payroll compliance and accurate accounting entries
• Manage payroll-related reconciliations and records

7. Audit & Internal Controls

• Prepare for:
• Statutory audits
• Internal audits
• GST and tax audits
• Ensure availability of:
  • Reconciliations and schedules
• Strengthen internal controls to prevent errors and fraud
• Implement audit observations and corrective actions

8. Franchise & Center Finance Support

• Support franchise team with:
• Franchise agreement financial clauses
• Fee structures and invoicing
• Royalty calculations
• Reporting formats
• Monitor compliance with financial terms of franchise agreements

9. Banking, Cash Flow & Treasury

• Manage:
• Bank accounts and transactions
• Cash flow planning and monitoring
• Coordinate with banks for:
• Facilities, if any
• Documentation and compliance
• Ensure adequate liquidity for operations

10. Documentation & Record Management

• Contracts and agreements
• Invoices and vouchers
• Statutory records
• Ensure data accuracy and confidentiality
• Support digitization and process improvements

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
• Statutory compliance adherence (zero penalties)
• Audit closure timelines
• Receivables ageing and collections
• Budget variance control

Stakeholder Management

Internal

• Management & Founders
• Operations & Academics Teams
• HR & Admin

External

• Auditors and Tax Consultants
• Banks and Financial Institutions
• Regulatory Authorities
• Vendors and Franchise Partners

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / CA-Inter / CMA-Inter
• CA / CMA preferred for senior profiles

Experience

• 6–12+ years of experience in:
• Accounts & finance roles
• Education / franchise / retail industry preferred
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
• GST and TDS
• ERP / accounting software (Tally, Zoho, SAP, etc.)
• Strong accounting and compliance knowledge
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset
• ERP and Excel proficiency
• Time management and multitasking ability
• Strong coordination and communication skills
• High integrity and confidentiality

Working Hours

Full‑time, office‑based role

Extended hours during audits and month‑end closures

Statutory benefits as per company policy