Lead Accounting & Financial Reporting

About the Role We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Lead Accounting & Financial Reporting to manage end-to-end accounting operations for assigned client accounts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate books of accounts, preparing timely financial statements and MIS reports, ensuring timely month-end closures, and delivering high-quality accounting services while supporting process improvements and maintaining excellent client relationships. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end accounting and bookkeeping for assigned client portfolios.Review and maintain journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and bank reconciliations.Perform month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure timely completion of financial records.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.Prepare and review MIS reports, financial dashboards, variance analysis, and management reports to support business decision-making.Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve accounting discrepancies on a timely basis.Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory reporting requirements.Coordinate with clients to obtain required information and provide timely financial updates.Support external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and audit-related documentation.Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced reporting efficiency.Assist in ERP implementation, migration, and optimization projects.Guide and mentor junior team members while fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Qualifications & Experience CA, CMA, MBA (Finance), M.Com, or B.Com with relevant accounting experience.35 years of experience in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, or MIS.Experience in Shared Services, Outsourced Accounting, BPO, GCC, or Consulting environments will be an added advantage. Key Skills Financial Accounting & BookkeepingGeneral Ledger ManagementAccounts Payable & Accounts ReceivableBank & Balance Sheet ReconciliationsMonth-End & Year-End CloseFinancial Statement PreparationMIS Reporting & Financial AnalysisAdvanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, Power Query is an advantage)ERP Systems (Zoho Books, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, or equivalent)Client Relationship ManagementAnalytical Thinking & Problem SolvingCommunication & Stakeholder ManagementProcess Improvement & Automation What We're Looking For Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.Ability to manage multiple client engagements and consistently meet deadlines.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.Proactive mindset with the ability to identify process improvements and drive operational efficiency.Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Key Success Measures Timely and accurate month-end and year-end closures.Accurate bookkeeping and General Ledger maintenance.Timely preparation and delivery of financial statements and MIS reports.Complete and accurate balance sheet reconciliations with minimal adjustments.High client satisfaction through quality service and timely deliverables.Continuous process improvements, operational excellence, and adherence to service-level commitments. .