Assistant Finance & Accounts Manager

Company Description

Shilton Hospitality Pvt Ltd is a dynamic hospitality company with a diverse portfolio that includes business hotels, resto-bars, catering services, music festivals, and leisure resorts. Dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, Shilton Hospitality has established itself as a trusted leader in the industry. The company fosters an environment focused on quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction, ensuring memorable moments for its guests.

The Assistant Manager : Finance & Accounts is responsible for supporting the Finance Manager in overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, timely reporting, statutory compliance, and effective internal controls. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with multiple restaurant locations and departments.

Key Responsibilities 1. Accounting & Financial Operations Oversee daily accounting activities including AP, AR, petty cash, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries.

Ensure timely posting of invoices, payments, and expenses in the accounting system.

Monitor cash flow, collections, and payment follow-ups for vendors.

Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

2. Financial Reporting Prepare and review MIS reports, P&L statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis.

Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis for all restaurant units.

Highlight deviations and financial risks to management.

3. Compliance & Audit Ensure adherence to statutory requirements—GST, TDS, PF / ESI, professional tax, and other regulatory filings.

Prepare data and coordinate with statutory, internal, and tax auditors.

Maintain proper documentation and audit-ready financial records.

4. Vendor & Inventory Management Review vendor agreements, payments, and reconciliations.

Coordinate with procurement and store teams to validate GRNs and inventory records.

Track food cost, beverage cost, and other operational expenses.

5. Systems & Process Improvement Ensure accurate data entry and proper utilisation of ERP / Accounting software (Tally / Zoho / SAP, etc.).

Support implementation of process improvements and automation where possible.

Maintain strong internal controls across restaurant units.

6. Team Coordination & Support Guide accounts executives and unit-level accountants.

Coordinate with Operations, HR, and Procurement teams for financial requirements.

Ensure accurate documentation and timely submission of reports from all locations.

Key Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of accounting principles and statutory compliance.

Advanced MS Excel skills; familiarity with accounting / ERP systems.

Analytical thinking with high attention to detail.

Ability to work under timelines and manage multiple outlets.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Qualifications & Experience B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.

3–6 years of experience in Finance & Accounts, preferably in hospitality, retail, or service industry.

Experience with GST / TDS filings and finalization of accounts is required.