Junior Manager – Finance & Accounts (Real Estate & Financial Services)-Nariman Point(Mumbai)

Job Description:

Job Description – Finance & Accounts Manager

Location: Nariman Point, Mumbai
Reporting To: Director/CFO (with close interaction with Business Heads)
Contact: hetshah@ldventures.in

About Us

We are a growing investment platform with 20+ years of experience in real estate and finance. Our focus spans real estate projects across India (residential, commercial, mixed-use) and global public and private financial assets.

We run lean teams that value ownership, integrity, and strong work ethic. At our Nariman Point office, you’ll work directly with senior leadership, contribute to meaningful projects, and see your ideas influence decisions. We combine high standards with a culture of balance and long-term growth.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Finance & Accounts Manager to take ownership of the group’s finance, accounts, statutory compliance, investment accounting, and MIS. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting, strengthening internal controls, streamlining ERPs, and delivering actionable insights to support leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Recording & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate books in line with Ind AS.

  • Prepare P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow with timely closures.

  • Deliver MIS packs with variance analysis, KPIs, and dashboards.

Investment Accounting

  • Apply Ind AS 109/32/107/113 for classification, valuation, and reporting.

  • Handle equities, ETFs, mutual funds, REITs/InvITs, bonds, NCDs, CPs, and F&O accounting.

  • Manage reconciliations (broker notes, MTM statements, DP/CAS, banks).

  • Ensure maker–checker controls, disclosures, and accurate GL mapping.

Statutory Compliance

  • Manage MCA filings, GST, TDS, Advance Tax, and Income Tax.

  • Coordinate statutory, tax, and internal audits.

Budgeting & Cost Control

  • Support budgeting and forecasting.

  • Track variances and implement cost optimization measures.

Payroll & Employee Accounting

  • Process payroll and statutory deductions (PF, ESI, PT).

  • File compliance returns for employees.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Manage vendor payments, reconciliations, and receivables collection.

  • Conduct bank and ledger reconciliations.

Audit & Financial Control

  • Prepare audit documentation and schedules.

  • Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and approval workflows.

Advisory & Systems

  • Provide insights on profitability, cash flow, and working capital.

  • Recommend ERP/reporting improvements (Tally/SAP/Zoho).

  • Stay updated on accounting and tax changes.

Preferred Sector Exposure

  • Real Estate: Ind AS 115, project accounting, CWIP, RERA basics, property-related tax nuances.

  • Financial Services/NBFC: RBI compliance, treasury processes, and collections monitoring.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Chartered Accountant (preferred) or MBA Finance/CMA with strong accounting background.

  • Technical Skills: Tally ERP/Prime, SAP, or Zoho Books; Advanced Excel; BI/reporting tools a plus.

  • Knowledge: GST, TDS, Income Tax, MCA filings, Ind AS (esp. 109/32/107/113).

  • Attributes: Analytical mindset, detail orientation, strong ownership, clear communication, and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Why Join Us

  • Exposure to real estate and global investing with 20+ years of experience.

  • Direct interaction with leadership and decision-making.

  • Balanced work environment with genuine work–life balance.

  • Opportunity to shape systems, controls, and MIS that drive the business.

  • Prime office location at Nariman Point, Mumbai.



    Benefits: Working Days Monday to friday 9-6 All Saturdays wfh

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