Manager - Accounts & Finance - Real Estate/Construction - CA

Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and technology-savvy Manager - Accounts & Finance to lead the Accounting, Financial Reporting, FP&A and Tax Compliance functions for a leading promoter, developer and construction group in Pune. The role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, smooth monthly closing, effective tax compliance, robust MIS and FP&A support, and efficient utilisation of the organisation's ERP system. The position will also lead and mentor the accounting team and drive process discipline, automation and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Accounting & Financial Reporting: - Lead day-to-day accounting operations across the group and ensure accuracy, completeness and timely recording of financial transactions. - Drive the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close process. - Review general ledger, reconciliations, provisions, accruals, revenue, costs, receivables, payables and other accounting schedules. - Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for construction projects, development activities, land transactions, project costs and related-party transactions. - Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards. MIS, FP&A & Business Support: - Lead preparation of monthly MIS, project-wise profitability reports, budgets, forecasts, cash-flow projections and variance analysis. - Provide meaningful financial insights to management on project performance, costs, margins, working capital and cash flows. - Develop and improve management dashboards and analytical reports to support business decision-making. - Work closely with project, commercial, procurement and business teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information. Tax & Statutory Compliance: - Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance, including GST, TDS, Income Tax and other applicable statutory requirements. - Ensure timely filing of returns, payments, reconciliations and responses to tax/statutory queries. - Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors and consultants wherever required. - Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the business. ERP & Process Management: - Take ownership of the ERP system from a finance and accounting perspective and ensure smooth and effective utilisation by the accounting and business teams. - Work with ERP teams/consultants to configure processes, improve controls and develop MIS reports. - Should have the ability to understand business requirements and design/define ERP-based MIS and reporting solutions. - Experience with ERP platforms such as Highrise, SAP or equivalent will be an advantage. - Drive standardisation, automation, internal controls and continuous improvement of finance processes. Audit & Compliance: - Coordinate statutory, tax and internal audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations. - Maintain appropriate documentation and supporting schedules for audit and management review. - Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures. Team Leadership: - Lead, guide and motivate the accounting team to deliver accurate, timely and reliable financial information. - Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance and develop team capabilities. - Establish a process-oriented and accountability-driven culture within the finance function. Required Skills & Competencies: - In-depth knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and month-end/year-end close processes. - Strong understanding of the real estate, construction, promoter and developer business, including project accounting and project-wise financial analysis. - Strong knowledge of FP&A, MIS, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis. - Good understanding of GST, TDS, Income Tax and other statutory compliances relevant to the business. - Strong ERP knowledge with the ability to use technology for process improvement and MIS development. - Experience with Highrise, SAP or similar ERP systems will be preferred. - Technology-savvy and comfortable working with ERP, reporting tools, Excel and data-driven financial analysis. - Strong process orientation, attention to detail and analytical ability. - Excellent people-management, communication and stakeholder-management skills. - Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables in a fast-paced business environment. Qualification & Experience: - Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5 years of post qualification experience or completion of CA article ship with 10 years of experience in leading the accounting/finance function. - Candidates with substantial experience in a real estate, construction, promoter or developer organization will be strongly preferred. - Proven experience in managing accounting teams and delivering monthly MIS, financial close, statutory compliance and management reporting. Key Success Measures: - Timely and accurate monthly financial close. - Quality and timeliness of MIS and management reporting. - Effective project-wise financial and cost reporting. - Timely statutory and tax compliance. - Smooth and effective ERP operations. - Strong financial controls and audit readiness. - Improved finance processes, automation and reporting. - Effective leadership and development of the accounting team.