Walk-in | Accounts Team Leader

Catapult Consulting Services; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Catapult Consulting Services seeks an experienced Accounts Team Leader to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and closure activities in Chennai. The role demands hands-on expertise in finalization of accounts, timely delivery of reports, and team supervision.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Tally or ZOHO Books, with a track record of guiding and developing accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance; CA Inter / CMA Inter an advantage.
• 5–7 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in leading or supervising an accounting team.
• Strong hands-on experience in finalization of accounts and financial statements.
• Experience in Tally, ZOHO Books, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations: Manage day‑to‑day accounting activities, including journal entries, ledger scrutiny, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Finalization of Accounts: Lead the preparation and finalization of financial statements.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Team Management: Supervise, guide, and review the work of accounting team members.
• Month-End & Year-End Closing: Coordinate closing activities and ensure proper reconciliations.
• Statutory Compliance Support: Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants for audit requirements and reporting.
• Process Improvement: Identify discrepancies and improve accounting processes.
• Client & Internal Coordination: Coordinate with management, clients, auditors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance

CA Inter / CMA Inter (advantage)

Tools

Tally

ZOHO Books

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Team Leader Accounting & Financial Reporting

Job Location: Chennai, India
Experience: 5 7 Years (preferred)
Team Leadership Experience: Minimum 1 Year
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Team Leader with strong hands‑on expertise in accounting, financial statement preparation, and finalization of accounts. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in managing accounting operations, reviewing team members’ work, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and coordinating month‑end and year‑end closing activities.

The candidate should possess sound accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to lead a team while ensuring timely completion of deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Operations: Manage day‑to‑day accounting activities, including journal entries, ledger scrutiny, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Finalization of Accounts: Lead the preparation and finalization of financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, and supporting schedules.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Team Management: Supervise, guide, and review the work of accounting team members, ensuring quality and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Month-End & Year-End Closing: Coordinate closing activities, review account balances, identify discrepancies, and ensure proper reconciliations.
• Statutory Compliance Support: Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants for audit requirements, statutory reporting, and related documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify accounting discrepancies, strengthen internal controls, and improve the efficiency of accounting processes.
• Client & Internal Coordination: Coordinate with management, clients, auditors, and other stakeholders for accounting‑related matters, as applicable.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance; additional professional qualifications such as CA Inter, CMA Inter, or equivalent will be an advantage.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in leading or supervising an accounting team.
• Strong hands‑on experience in finalization of accounts and preparation of financial statements.
• Good knowledge of ledger scrutiny, reconciliations, month‑end closing, and year‑end closing procedures.
• Experience in accounting software such as Tally, ZOHO Books, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and review skills.
• Good communication, coordination, and team management abilities.a

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with strong practical accounting and finalization experience.
• Professionals who can independently review accounting work and guide team members.
• Candidates with a balance of technical accounting expertise and people management skills.