About this role
JOB PURPOSE
The Lead – Finance & Accounts is responsible to lead the Finance & Accounts function for ALD and its entities (subsidiaries and JVs) acting as the financial custodian and strategic business partner. The role is responsible for driving end-to-end financial management, statutory compliance, audit readiness, working capital efficiency, and commercial enablement to support business growth and achievement of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
ORGANISATION CHART
CBO --> Lead âÃÂàFinance & Accounts
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsibilities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Financial Leadership & Reporting
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and AOP adherence for the company, its Subsidiaries and JVs.
- Lead the financial governance of JVs including review of financials, compliance, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
- Present financial performance insights, variance analysis, and business risks to senior management and the Board periodically.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly/quarterly/year-end financial reporting under IND AS/IGAAP, adhering to group and statutory timelines.
- AOP Actuals vs Target
Accounting, Compliance & Audit
- Oversee the accounting function, including ledger management, capex tracking, fixed asset register, and income/cost allocation.
- Monitor statutory compliance with Income Tax, GST, TDS, and other applicable regulations.
- Coordinate and conclude statutory, internal, MAG, and tax audits with zero adverse remarks or material observations.
- Review and strengthen financial controls, accounting accuracy, and compliance discipline across all entities.
- Audit closures without major observations
Revenue & Receivables Management
- Drive timely and accurate invoicing across verticals, license fee, CAM charges, and lease rentals.
- Monitor and reconcile receivables, follow up for collections, and resolve discrepancies with tenants or service users.
- Oversee reconciliation of TDS receivables and 26AS alignment for compliance with tax return filing.
- Receivables aging and collection efficiency
Vendor Management & Payables
- Oversee vendor bill verification, statutory deductions, and payment releases within defined timelines.
- Support procurement teams in financial vetting, contract negotiations, and vendor onboarding.
- Track capex spend vs. approvals and highlight overrun risks proactively.
- Timely vendor payments and payable accuracy
Working Capital & Cash Flow Management
- Monitor and optimize working capital by balancing collections, payment cycles, and statutory dues.
- Manage cash flow planning to support operational needs and ensure timely settlement of liabilities.
- Work closely with business teams to identify opportunities for cost savings, credit optimization, and margin improvement.
Process Excellence & Automation
- Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to SOPs, DOP, and financial discipline across all functions.
- Continuously evaluate existing financial processes, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and implement improvements for accuracy, scalability, and timeliness.
- Drive finance automation and digital initiatives in partnership with IT/ERP teams to enhance process transparency and reduce manual interventions.
- Build a culture of financial ownership, process adherence, and data integrity within the F&A team and across cross-functional touchpoints.
- No. of process improvement initiatives implemented
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Additional Details
Responsibilities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Team Development & Capability Building
- Identify training needs, facilitate skill development programs, and enhance team competencies.
- Implement structured mentorship and leadership development initiatives.
- Address team concerns, provide guidance, and create opportunities for professional growth.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Encourage participation in team-building activities and employee engagement initiatives.
- Attrition rates
- Employee Engagement scores
- % Participation in training and upskilling programs
EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS
- Statutory Auditors, Lenders, Consultants, Tax Authorities
- Independent directors
INTERNAL INTERACTIONS
- ALD Senior Management
- All HODs of internal departments of ALD
- Group Finance and Finance teams of other businesses
- Head Direct Taxes & Head Indirect Taxes
- Internal Auditors
- Secretarial and SPG Teams
FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS
OTHER DIMENSIONS
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- CA/CFA/MBA (Finance)
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- 15-18 years of experience in Finance & Accounts with minimum 5 years in a leadership role
COMPETENCIES
- Teamwork & Interpersonal influence
- Stakeholder Focus
- Planning & Decision Making
- Execution & Results
- Networking
- Personal Effectiveness
- Social Awareness
- Strategic Orientation
- Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Entrepreneurship
- Capability Building