Accounts Manager -e-commerce

The ideal candidate will be able to appropriately identify the needs of both new and current customers in order to aid customers in their success using our product. This will be done by developing an appropriate level of communication with clients and internal team members to better understand and mitigate any issues the customers may face.

Accounts Manager- JD, Roles and Responsibilities

Location : Ahmedabad

Reports to : Accounts Head

Required Experience : 7-12 Years

Qualifications :

Must have prior experience in an e-commerce or marketplace-based organization (minimum 3–5 years).

Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance is strongly preferred.

7–12 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.

Deep understanding of e-commerce financial workflows, reconciliations, and platform settlements.

Proficient in Tally and other financial software; ERP implementation experience is a plus.

Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Financial Leadership & Strategy

Lead the finance team to ensure robust financial governance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Provide actionable financial insights to support executive-level strategic decisions.

Design and enforce financial controls, policies, and systems.

2. E-commerce Finance Oversight

Oversee reconciliation and financial operations across all e-commerce and quick commerce platforms (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Zepto).

Ensure accurate recording of marketplace commissions, returns, discounts, and settlements.

Monitor platform-specific performance metrics and cash flows to optimize profitability.

3. Budgeting & Planning

Drive the development and execution of Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and Monthly Operating Statements (MOS).

Conduct variance analysis and support departments with financial planning and forecasting.

4. Compliance, Taxation & Audit

Ensure full compliance with Indian statutory and tax requirements, including GSTR 1 / 3B, TDS, and other filings.

Lead internal and external audit processes and ensure timely closure.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations and adapt processes accordingly.

5. Finalization of Accounts

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and financial statement preparation.

Ensure books are maintained in accordance with applicable accounting standards (Ind-AS, etc.).

6. Team Leadership & Collaboration

Build, lead, and mentor a team of accountants and finance executives.

Work closely with cross-functional departments (sales, operations, procurement, etc.) to ensure financial clarity and efficiency.

7. Systems & Process Optimization

Drive automation and system improvements, including accounting tools like Tally and ERP integrations.

Ensure accurate and timely data entry, reconciliation, and reporting across platforms.