A Senior Accounts Officer in a manufacturing company manages daily accounting, inventory costing, tax compliance (GST/TDS), and month-end closing to ensure accurate financial reporting. They typically require 10+ years of experience, a commerce/finance degree, and proficiency in ERP software to handle factory-level transactions.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance; CA Inter, ACCA, or Master’s preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 10-12 years, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
Technical Skills: In-depth understanding of GAAPs, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems (like Tally, SAP, or Oracle).
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Manufacturing/Cost Accounting: Track raw material, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory costs.
General Ledger & Reconciliation: Oversee bank, vendor, and customer reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger.
Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Statutory Compliance: Handle GST returns, TDS deductions, and income tax requirements, as outlined in this senior accounts officer job description.
Audit Support: Coordinate with internal and external auditors to finalize annual accounts.
Supervision: Mentor or supervise junior accountants.