Senior Finance Officer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Officer to manage both corporate financial functions and personal finance matters for the Chairman. This role involves responsibility for banking, cash flow management, invoicing, tax compliance, general ledger oversight, and MIS reporting. The ideal candidate will also be entrusted with managing the Chairmans personal real estate assets and financial records with complete confidentiality and integrity. This is a key position requiring multitasking, precision, and the ability to work independently while supporting senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Banking and Treasury Management:

• Manage day-to-day banking relationships and act as the main point of contact for all banking matters.
• Handle banking facilities include term loans, overdrafts, guarantees, and other financial instruments.
• Monitor and manage cash flows, ensuring adequate liquidity and optimal fund utilization.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Provide financial insights and reports to support strategic decision-making by the Chairman and management.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on financial results.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Modeling:

• Develop, monitor, and update annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Create robust financial models for project costing, investment analysis, and scenario planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and recommend corrective actions.

Invoicing & Revenue Management:

• Coordinate with the operations team to gather real-time project updates.
• Prepare and issue invoices based on project progress and contractual milestones.
• Ensure timely follow-up and collection of receivables.
• Maintain detailed billing and receivable schedules.

General Accounting & Compliance:

• Oversee daily accounting functions and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls.

Collaboration & Strategic Support:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, especially project and operations departments, to align financial planning with business goals.
• Assist in contract and proposal reviews, especially on commercial terms and costing.
• Advise the Chairman on financial implications of business activities and recommend solutions.

Chairman's Personal Accounts & Real Estate Management:

• Handle all personal accounting matters of the Chairman with utmost confidentiality.
• Manage cash flow, bank reconciliations, and account statements for personal accounts.
• Monitor and maintain detailed records of the Chairmans real estate assets, including rental income, maintenance costs, renewals, and tenancy contracts.
• Coordinate with property agents, tenants, and service providers for asset-related matters.

Other Duties:

• Maintain and update accounting softwares.
• Handle ad hoc financial projects and tasks as assigned by the Chairman.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Masters preferred).
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CMA, or ACA (fully or part-qualified).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant finance experience, ideally in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Strong knowledge of banking products, loan management, and financial negotiations.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Experience using accounting software, especially Tally ERP, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities effectively.