Chartered Accountant

Travel Designer Group; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Travel Designer Group in Ahmedabad, Gujarat seeks an experienced Chief Accountant to lead our accounting team and manage financial operations. The role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and adherence to regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is a Qualified CA with extensive accounting and financial management experience, capable of guiding month-end closures, financial reporting, budgeting, and audits. Strong communication with senior management is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chief Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management tools.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting department operations (AP/AR/GL/financial reporting).
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes and reconciliations.
• Review and approve journal entries and adjustments for compliance.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulators for audits and filings.
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance metrics to identify risks/opportunities.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting principles

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Compliance

Attention to detail

Integrity

Adaptability

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to oversee our accounting department and manage financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, financial management, and leadership. This role requires strategic thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including financial statement preparation,reconciliation, and analysis.
• Review and approve journal entries, adjustments, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory agencies to facilitate audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to senior management to support business decisions and initiatives.
• Mentor, coach, and develop accounting staff, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in financial management processes

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory, with a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Chief Accountant or similar role, with a minimum of [X] years of experience in accounting and financial management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management tools.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Integrity and professionalism in handling confidential financial information.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and regulations.

Skills Required:

• Financial management
• Accounting principles
• Leadership
• Financial analysis
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Compliance
• Attention to detail
• Integrity
• Adaptability