General Manager Finance & Accounts

General Manager – Finance & Accounts

Experience: 6–8 Years (Post CA Qualification)

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced General Manager – Finance & Accounts to lead the core accounting, taxation, compliance and financial control function at Pidge.

The role will have end-to-end ownership of accounting, book closure, financial statements, GST, TDS, income tax, statutory compliances, audits, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations and financial controls.

The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Accountant with strong hands-on accounting and taxation experience, capable of independently managing the finance and accounts function in a high-growth organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Book Closure

• Own end-to-end accounting and ensure accuracy and completeness of books of accounts.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual book closure within defined timelines.
• Review general ledger, journal entries, provisions, accruals and accounting schedules.
• Ensure accurate accounting of revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities and provisions.
• Own balance-sheet reconciliations and ensure timely closure of outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and accounting policies.
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules.

GST & Indirect Taxation

• Own end-to-end GST compliance across applicable registrations.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns including GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and other applicable returns.
• Manage GST reconciliations, input tax credit and vendor compliance.
• Reconcile GST returns with books of accounts and resolve mismatches.
• Manage GST notices, assessments, queries and other departmental matters in coordination with consultants wherever required.
• Stay updated on changes in GST regulations and ensure timely implementation.

TDS & Direct Taxation

• Ensure accurate deduction, deposit and reporting of TDS across applicable sections.
• Own preparation and filing of quarterly TDS returns and related reconciliations.
• Ensure timely issuance and reconciliation of TDS certificates.
• Manage Income Tax compliances, advance tax calculations and tax provisions.
• Coordinate preparation and filing of corporate income-tax returns.
• Support tax assessments, notices and other direct-tax matters.
• Ensure reconciliation of Form 26AS, AIS, TIS and books of accounts, wherever applicable.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee accounts payable, vendor accounting and payment processes.
• Ensure proper invoice accounting, documentation, approvals and tax compliance.
• Monitor accounts receivable, customer balances and collections accounting.
• Review vendor and customer reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of differences.
• Ensure proper ageing and provisioning for outstanding receivables and payables.

Audit & Statutory Compliance

• Lead coordination for statutory audit, tax audit and internal audit.
• Ensure timely preparation of audit schedules, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with statutory auditors, tax consultants and other external advisors.
• Ensure timely closure of audit observations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and financial reporting requirements.
• Maintain proper financial records, documentation and audit trails.

Financial Controls & Processes

• Establish and strengthen accounting controls, maker-checker mechanisms and approval processes.
• Develop and maintain finance and accounting SOPs.
• Ensure appropriate controls around payments, collections, vendor onboarding and accounting entries.
• Identify control gaps and implement corrective measures.
• Drive automation and process improvements within the accounting function.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy and consistency of financial data across systems.

Cash, Banking & Reconciliations

• Oversee bank reconciliations and ensure timely closure of reconciling items.
• Monitor cash and bank balances and accounting of banking transactions.
• Coordinate banking documentation and finance-related operational requirements.
• Maintain appropriate controls over payments and banking transactions.

Team Management

• Lead and manage the Finance & Accounts team.
• Review work performed by team members and ensure adherence to closure and compliance timelines.
• Define clear responsibilities, KRAs and accountability within the team.
• Build strong accounting and compliance processes capable of supporting Pidge's scale.

Candidate Profile

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
• 6–8 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in Accounting, Controllership, Taxation or Finance & Accounts.
• Strong hands-on experience in accounting, month-end closure and preparation of financial statements.
• Strong practical knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax and statutory compliances.
• Strong understanding of general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, provisions and balance-sheet schedules.
• Experience handling statutory audits, tax audits and auditor requirements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial controls.
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Experience managing a finance and accounts team.
• Ability to independently own deadlines and statutory compliance calendars.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of financial accuracy.
• Experience in a startup, technology, logistics, e-commerce or high-growth organisation would be preferred.

Key Success Measures

• Accurate and timely monthly and annual book closure.
• Zero material accounting or compliance gaps.
• Timely and accurate GST, TDS and tax compliances.
• Strong balance-sheet and ledger reconciliations.
• Successful and timely completion of statutory and tax audits.
• Strong AP, AR and accounting controls.
• Reduction in long-pending accounting and reconciliation items.
• Robust finance SOPs, documentation and audit trails.
• Scalable and well-controlled accounting processes supporting Pidge's growth.