Chief Accountant

Vijaynath Roof And Wall Cladding Systems Private L Imited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Vijaynath Roof And Wall Cladding Systems Private Limited in Mumbai (Lower Parel) seeks a Chief Accountant to lead the accounts team and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, maintain the general ledger, and prepare financial statements.

The role covers indirect and direct taxation, GST compliance, audits, budgeting, forecasting, and project cost controls. You will collaborate with project managers, banks, and tax authorities to support cash flow

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the construction industry.
• Commerce graduate or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Accounts Department with 6 staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting entries and maintenance of the General Ledger.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, and Cash Flow Statements.
• Handle complete Indirect Taxation: GST return filings, GST input credit reconciliation, GST audits and refunds, and E-Invoicing implementation.
• Maintain compliance with Pre-GST taxation (VAT & Service Tax).
• Manage Direct Tax compliance: Corporate Income Tax, TDS, and Advance Tax.
• Liaise with tax authorities for notices, audits, and routine compliance (Pan India).
• Prepare inventory reports for banks and assist with Stock Audits and Receivable Audits.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and support internal and statutory audits.
• Assist senior management in Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial analysis.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets; identify variances.
• Coordinate with project managers to control expenditures and prepare project financial reports (budget vs actual, cash flow).
• Prepare and track progress billing and monthly invoicing for projects; monitor material movement and reconciliation.
• Ensure timely billing in coordination with project managers and clients; support cash flow management.

Skills

Construction accounting

GST

Direct taxation

Project costing

Budgeting

Audit

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Education

Commerce Graduate or equivalent qualification

Job description

Chief Accountant
Location: Mumbai (Lower Parel West)
Company:
Vijaynath Roof And Wall Cladding Systems Private Limited
A-2, 257/401, Shah & Nahar Industrial Estate,
Dhanraj Mill Compound, Lower Parel (West), Mumbai 400 013
Web: www.vijaynath.in

About the Company

Vijaynath is a rapidly emerging leader in modern roofing and wall cladding systems in India. Known for design excellence and advanced technology, the company serves business, commercial, and hospitality sectors. With over 200 team members and a Head Office in Mumbai, Vijaynath continues to deliver innovative, high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Qualification & Experience

• Commerce Graduate or equivalent qualification
• 15+ years of experience in the Construction Industry

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Accounts Department with 6 staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting entries and maintenance of the General Ledger
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including:
• Balance Sheet
• Profit & Loss Account
• Cash Flow Statements

Tax Compliance & Audits

• Handle complete Indirect Taxation:
• GST return filings
• GST input credit reconciliation
• GST audits and refunds
• E-Invoicing implementation
• Maintain compliance with Pre-GST taxation (VAT & Service Tax)
• Manage Direct Tax compliances:
• Corporate Income Tax
• TDS
• Advance Tax
• Liaise with tax authorities for notices, audits, and routine compliance (Pan India)
• Prepare inventory reports for banks and assist with:
• Stock Audits
• Receivable Audits

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and statutory requirements
• Support internal and statutory audits with documentation and explanations
• Assist senior management in:
• Budgeting
• Financial forecasting
• Financial analysis

Project Cost Management

• Monitor and track project costs against approved budgets
• Identify potential cost overruns and highlight variances
• Coordinate with project managers to control expenditures
• Prepare financial reports for ongoing projects, including:
• Budget vs. actual analysis
• Project cash flow forecasts

Billing & Cash Flow Management

• Prepare and track progress billing and monthly invoicing for projects
• Monitor material movement and reconciliation
• Ensure timely billing in coordination with project managers and clients
• Support effective cash flow management

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction accounting
• Expertise in GST and direct taxation
• Project costing and budgeting
• Audit handling and compliance
• Strong coordination and communication
• Leadership and team Management ability