General Manager Finance

Only CA qualified candidates, with 15 years to 18 years experience range, post CA.

General Manager : Finance & Accounts

Role Summary

This role leads the organization's general ledger, balance sheet governance, and month-end closure processes to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. The role acts as a strategic finance leader who partners with cross-functional teams, strengthens financial discipline, and drives continuous improvement in accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Balance Sheet Ownership & Governance

Own the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the company's balance sheet.

Lead periodic balance sheet reviews with CFO and business stakeholders.

Ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts with zero long-pending items.

Build a culture of control, compliance, and transparency across financial statements.

2. General Ledger Management

Oversee all GL accounting activities including journal entries, accruals, provisions, and closing entries.

Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual closures ensuring accuracy and meeting reporting timelines.

Review and approve complex accounting entries as per Ind AS / IFRS standards.

3. Compliance, Audit & Controls

Lead internal and external audit requirements related to GL and balance sheet.

Ensure statutory compliance, adherence to accounting standards, and policy governance.

Strengthen internal financial controls (IFC) and proactively identify control gaps.

Maintain updated documentation, SOPs, and accounting policies.

4. Process Improvements & Automation

Drive automation initiatives in GL, reconciliations, and balance sheet reporting.

Implement best-in-class accounting workflows using ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Workday).

Improve the speed and accuracy of month-end close through process optimization.

5. Stakeholder Management

Collaborate closely with FP&A, AP, AR, Treasury, Tax, and Business Finance teams.

Provide insights and analytics on balance sheet movements, trends, and risks.

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO on accounting matters.

6. Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing GL and reconciliations team.

Build capability in accounting excellence, controls, and audit readiness.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of Ind AS, IFRS, and corporate accounting principles.

Expertise in GL accounting, balance sheet analysis, and reconciliations.

Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and control orientation.

Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple stakeholders.

Leadership skills with a focus on collaboration, accuracy, and accountability.

Qualification & Experience

Chartered Accountant (CA) mandatory (Qualified CA only).

1518 years of experience in corporate accounting or controllership roles.

Prior experience leading GL or accounting operations teams is essential.

Exposure to fast-paced, matrix organizations preferred.