Senior Accountant - Ecommerce

You will be joining Flavours of Calicut, one of India's fastest-growing snack brands, known for bringing authentic Kerala snacks to modern consumers across the country. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing the company's accounting, compliance, and financial reporting processes. **Role Overview:** - The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and establishing strong financial discipline within the organization. - Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-growing startup environment will be key to your success. - Working closely with the founder and leadership team, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, regulatory adherence, and financial stability across the business. **Key Responsibilities:** - Financial Accounting & Reporting - Maintain accurate books of accounts and record all financial transactions diligently. - Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. - Prepare financial statements including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. - Monitor revenue, expenses, and margins across various sales channels. - Support financial analysis to facilitate informed business decisions. - Compliance & Taxation - Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, and other statutory regulations. - Manage GST returns, TDS filings, and related reconciliations. - Liaise with external chartered accountants, auditors, and tax advisors. - Ensure proper documentation and compliance for statutory audits. - Accounts Payable & Receivable - Handle vendor payments and supplier reconciliations efficiently. - Monitor receivables from platforms, distributors, and retail partners. - Maintain strong cash flow discipline by tracking outstanding payments. - Inventory & Cost Tracking - Collaborate with operations and manufacturing teams to oversee inventory accounting. - Track product costs, manufacturing expenses, and margins. - Support cost control initiatives and enhance financial visibility across operations. - Financial Systems & Processes - Enhance accounting systems, workflows, and internal controls. - Assist in establishing structured financial processes as the company expands. - Ensure thorough documentation of financial transactions and processes. **Qualifications Required:** - CA / CMA / CA Inter / MCom / BCom with strong accounting experience. **Ideal Candidate Profile:** - Experience - 35 years of accounting experience. - Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, consumer brands, or startups is advantageous. - Skills - Proficient in GST, TDS, and Indian taxation. - Familiarity with accounting software like Tally, Zoho Books, or similar systems. - Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational, and documentation skills. - Ability to work independently and take ownership. **Why Join Us:** - Be part of a rapidly growing consumer brand. - Collaborate closely with the founding team. - Play a pivotal role in shaping the finance function as the company expands. - Opportunity to progress into a future finance leadership position. You will be joining Flavours of Calicut, one of India's fastest-growing snack brands, known for bringing authentic Kerala snacks to modern consumers across the country. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing the company's accounting, compliance, and financial reporting processes. **Role Overview:** - The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and establishing strong financial discipline within the organization. - Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-growing startup environment will be key to your success. - Working closely with the founder and leadership team, you will contribute to accurate financial reporting, regulatory adherence, and financial stability across the business. **Key Responsibilities:** - Financial Accounting & Reporting - Maintain accurate books of accounts and record all financial transactions diligently. - Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. - Prepare financial statements including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. - Monitor revenue, expenses, and margins across various sales channels. - Support financial analysis to facilitate informed business decisions. - Compliance & Taxation - Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, and other statutory regulations. - Manage GST returns, TDS filings, and related reconciliations. - Liaise with external chartered accountants, auditors, and tax advisors. - Ensure proper documentation and compliance for statutory audits. - Accounts Payable & Receivable - Handle vendor payments and supplier reconciliations efficiently. - Monitor receivables from platforms, distributors, and retail partners. - Maintain strong cash flow discipline by trackin