Introduction:

India Accelerator is a leading multi-stage, fund-led startup accelerator, with a legacy of transforming early-stage startups into thriving businesses. IA invests money and resources into promising start-ups with extraordinary potential. We also host a network of co-working spaces.

We are looking for an experienced Manager - Accounts to lead our Accounts team and ensure financial accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. This role involves driving process improvements, conducting financial reviews, and collaborating with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting, financial closure, and reporting

1. Lead a team of accountants for AP, AR, and compliance management.
2. Handling the books of accounts of multiple group companies.
3. Ensure accurate and timely month-end closing and financial reporting.
4. Conduct in-depth Balance Sheet and P&L reviews to maintain financial integrity.
5. Perform monthly flux analysis and provide insights on variances.
6. Review and scrutinize reconciliations such as vendor, bank, FDR, and Form 26AS with books of accounts.
7. Support external audits by providing required documentation and resolving queries.
8. Profitability analysis and identifying areas of cost reduction.
9. Managing annual book closure and statutory audit.

Process improvement & team leadership

1. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior team members.
2. Drive operational efficiency and implement best practices in financial and accounting processes.
3. Monitor team performance and allocate tasks effectively.
4. Responsible for creating policies and guidelines for recording of revenue and consistent allocation of expenses to different cost and profit centers.
5. Identify opportunities for process automation and optimization.

Key Skills and Expertise:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis – Strong knowledge of Balance Sheet, P&L, and Trial Balance reviews.
• Month-End Close – Expertise in closing processes, intercompany reconciliations, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in managing financial data at cost center level.
• Process Optimization – Experience in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement – Ability to manage teams and work cross-functionally.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Qualified CA with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in General Accounting & Financial Reporting.
2. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts payable processes, accounts receivable and treasury management, accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit practices.