Semi-Qualified CA - Team Head

Patron Accounting Llp; Pune District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Patron Accounting Llp in Pune invites a skilled Semi-Qualified CA to lead our Finance & Accounts team. The role covers accounting, financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and team management.

You will drive month-end close, MIS, budgets, and internal controls while coordinating with auditors and tax consultants. The ideal candidate has 4–8 years of relevant experience, strong GST/TDS knowledge, and proficiency in Tally, SAP, or Oracle.

Qualifications

• CA Inter or semi-qualified CA with completed articles
• 4–8 years of relevant F&A experience
• Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, income tax and statutory compliance
• Hands-on exposure to statutory, internal, tax and stock audits
• Experience with ERP/accounting software (Tally/SAP/Oracle) and MS Excel
• Proven ability to lead a team and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor the Finance & Accounts team
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close
• Manage GST returns, TDS, and statutory compliance, tax filings
• Coordinate with internal & statutory auditors and tax consultants
• Prepare MIS, budgets, variance analysis, and financial insights for management
• Develop and improve accounting processes and SOPs

Skills

CA Inter / Semi-qualified

GST & Taxation

Audit & Compliance

Excel / ERP (Tally / SAP / Oracle)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CA Inter (Article ship Completed) / Semi-Qualified CA

Tools

Tally

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and result-oriented Semi-Qualified CA to lead our Finance & Accounts team. The ideal candidate should have 48 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and team management. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, timely regulatory compliance, effective internal controls, and smooth day-to-day finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Management & Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and mentor the Finance & Accounts team.
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Review the team's work to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Train team members on accounting procedures, taxation, and internal policies.

2. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, ledger scrutiny, bank reconciliation, and month-end/year-end closing.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, MIS reports, and management reports.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and working capital.

3. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

• Supervise GST returns, TDS returns, and other applicable tax compliances.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and payment of taxes.
• Coordinate for income tax assessments, GST audits, and other departmental notices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

4. Audit & Internal Controls

• Coordinate with internal auditors, statutory auditors, and tax consultants.
• Ensure timely preparation of audit schedules, supporting documents, and reconciliations.
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls and accounting processes.
• Identify discrepancies and recommend corrective measures.

5. MIS & Financial Analysis

• Prepare and review periodic MIS reports, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Monitor expenses, profitability, and key financial indicators.
• Provide financial insights and reports to management for decision-making.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

6. Process Improvement & Coordination

• Develop and improve accounting systems, processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of financial records.
• Coordinate with other departments, vendors, customers, banks, and external consultants.
• Support management in special financial projects and assignments.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• CA Inter (Article ship Completed) / Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant.
• 4–8 years of relevant experience in Finance & Accounts.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GST, TDS, income tax, and statutory compliances.
• Hands-on exposure to Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, Tax Audit, and Stock Audit.
• Experience in financial reporting, audit coordination, and MIS preparation.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/ERP software such as Tally, SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in independently handling finance and accounting operations.
• Exposure to monthly and annual financial closing.
• Experience in managing a team and reviewing accounting deliverables.
• Experience in handling multiple entities, branches, or business units would be an advantage.
• Experience in handling Zoho Book