Senior Management Accountant

Job Description – Senior Accountant (Jewellery Industry)Position: Senior AccountantLocation: DahisarReports To: Finance Head / DirectorExperience: 6–10 years (preferred in jewellery, retail, or export-oriented companies)Role Overview:We are seeking an experienced and self-driven Senior Accountant to lead the finance and accounts team for our jewellery business operations in India and overseas. The role requires strong leadership, cross-border accounting exposure, vendor management, reconciliations, process improvement, and the ability to handle dynamic business requirements with a proactive and learning mindset.Currently, the company operates in India, the UK, and Australia, with planned expansion into additional international markets. The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing accounting and compliance across these regions.Key Responsibilities:Team Leadership & ManagementAct as a leader, guiding and mentoring the accounts team to achieve departmental goals.Allocate, review, and monitor team deliverables to ensure accuracy and timeliness.Set processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal controls for efficiency.Encourage continuous learning and upskilling within the team.Accounting & Financial ManagementManage end-to-end accounting for Indian entities and overseas operations (UK, Australia, and future markets).Ensure timely closing of monthly, quarterly, and annual books of accounts.Prepare financial statements in compliance with applicable standards.Handle inter-company transactions and ensure accurate inter-company reconciliations.Oversee payment gateway reconciliations (domestic and international).Maintain, update, and monitor financial data and system records.Vendor & Stakeholder ManagementCoordinate with Indian and international vendors for payments, settlements, and issue resolution.Review commercial agreements from a financial and compliance perspective (legal knowledge is an advantage).Collaborate with multiple consultants across countries to ensure timely statutory and tax compliance.Maintain effective communication with management, external auditors, and banking/financial partners.Compliance & Legal ExposureSupport in statutory audits, tax audits, and internal audits.Ensure compliance with Indian laws and regulations.Work with overseas consultants to comply with taxation and regulatory requirements of the UK, Australia, and other countries as the company expands.Stay updated with changes in tax laws, accounting standards, and financial systems globally.Process & System ImprovementBe self-driven and proactive in identifying process gaps and implementing improvements.Drive automation and digital initiatives within the finance function.Work with IT/system teams to improve ERP/accounting systems for seamless data flow.Initiate and manage finance-related projects ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.Skills & Competencies:Strong leadership and team management skills.Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and reconciliation processes.Exposure to international accounting and cross-border transactions (UK & Australia preferred).Good understanding of payment gateways and e-commerce-related accounting.Tech-savvy with working knowledge of ERP, Tally, SAP, or similar accounting systems.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Excellent communication skills to engage with foreign and Indian vendors/consultants.Legal knowledge of reviewing commercial contracts (added advantage).Eagerness to learn tax laws and compliance requirements of other countries.Ability to handle pressure, manage deadlines, and multitask effectively.Qualifications:Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost Accountant (CMA) / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.Minimum 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in jewellery, retail, or export-oriented industries.Prior experience in handling multi-country accounts (especially UK and Australia) will be an added advantage.Growth Opportunities:Exposure to cross-border financial operations and international tax laws.Opportunity to lead finance transformation projects and digital initiatives.Direct collaboration with senior management and global consultants.