Company: SINEO Corporation Private Limited

Location: Kolkata, West Bengal

Work Mode: Work From Office

Experience: 10+ Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

SINEO Corporation Private Limited is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to lead and oversee the company's accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance and audit functions.

The role will be responsible for ensuring strong financial controls, accurate accounting, timely statutory compliance, effective MIS reporting and smooth coordination with auditors, consultants, management and internal teams.

The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of relevant experience with strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, statutory audits and compliance, along with the ability to manage a team of junior accountants and provide management with meaningful financial insights for business decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Financial Oversight

Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial transactions of the organization.
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of books of accounts.
Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank transactions, expenses, revenue and reconciliations.
Monitor monthly and annual closing activities.
Ensure proper accounting documentation and financial controls.
Review accounting entries and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.

Statutory Audit & Compliance

Lead and coordinate statutory audits and ensure timely completion of audit requirements.
Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, internal teams and other external professionals.
Ensure timely preparation and submission of financial statements and audit schedules.
Maintain proper documentation and supporting records for audit and compliance purposes.
Track audit observations and ensure timely resolution of issues.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

Oversee timely compliance relating to GST, TDS, Professional Tax, Income Tax, PF/ESI and other applicable statutory requirements.
Review GST returns, TDS returns and other statutory filings prepared by the accounts team/consultants.
Monitor tax payments, reconciliations, notices and compliance deadlines.
Coordinate with external tax consultants wherever required.
Keep management informed about significant regulatory or compliance requirements affecting the business.

MIS & Management Reporting

Prepare and oversee monthly MIS and management reports.
Provide management with financial information, analysis and business insights.
Prepare and review:
Monthly P&L
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow
Receivables & Payables
Ageing Reports
Expense Analysis
Budget vs. Actuals
Revenue and profitability reports
Working capital reports
Develop financial dashboards and reporting formats to support management decision-making.
Identify financial trends, variances and areas requiring management attention.

Team Management

Manage, supervise and mentor Junior Accountants / Accounts Executives.
Allocate responsibilities and monitor the team's day-to-day activities.
Review work performed by junior team members and ensure accuracy.
Establish accounting processes, checklists and internal controls.
Train and develop team members on accounting and compliance processes.

Financial Strategy & Process Improvement

Support management in financial planning, budgeting and business strategy.
Provide financial inputs for business decisions and new initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.
Improve automation and efficiency in accounting and reporting processes.
Establish systems to ensure timely availability of accurate financial information.
Monitor working capital and cash-flow requirements.
Assist management in financial forecasting and planning.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

Develop and maintain appropriate financial controls and approval processes.
Identify accounting, compliance and financial risks.
Conduct periodic reviews of financial processes and identify gaps.
Ensure proper segregation of duties and documentation.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial information.

Required Skills & Experience

10+ years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a corporate / business environment.
Strong experience in statutory audit, taxation, compliance and financial accounting.
Experience independently overseeing the accounting function of an organization.
Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax and other applicable statutory compliances.
Strong experience in MIS preparation and management reporting.
Experience managing and mentoring junior accounting professionals.
Strong understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and working capital management.
Experience with accounting software such as Tally / Tally Prime, ERP or similar systems.
Strong Excel skills, including financial analysis, reconciliations and reporting.
Ability to coordinate effectively with auditors, consultants, management and internal teams.
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with strict compliance deadlines.

Qualification

B.Com / M.Com / CA / CMA / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification.
Candidates with professional accounting qualifications and strong hands-on corporate accounting experience will be preferred.

Key Attributes

We are looking for a professional who is:

Accountable and detail-oriented
Strong in financial controls and compliance
Capable of independently managing the accounts function
Comfortable managing and mentoring a team
Strong in analytical thinking and financial decision-making
Proactive in identifying financial and compliance risks
Able to communicate effectively with senior management and external stakeholders
Process-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and confidentiality

What You Will Be Responsible For

Accounting → Compliance → Audit → MIS → Team Management → Financial Controls → Management Reporting → Financial Strategy

This is a hands-on leadership role with direct responsibility for ensuring the financial and accounting operations of SINEO Corporation Private Limited remain accurate, compliant, efficient and management-ready.

Location: KolkataWork Mode: Work From OfficeExperience: 10+ YearsQualification: B.Com / M.Com / CA / CMA / MBA Finance or equivalent