Head of Accounts (Chandigarh)

Head of Accounts & Finance Group Operations Location: Mohali, India & Botswana Company: IDAS Global India Employment: Full time | Approx. 9 months Mohali Office / 3 months Botswana Office Contact: +267 78 909 906 IDAS Global India is a Back Office / KPO operation supporting a diversified group of businesses operating primarily in Botswana and Southern Africa. We are seeking an experienced Head of Accounts & Finance to take complete responsibility for the accounting and finance operations of a group comprising approximately 15 companies across Construction, Solar, Fuel Distribution and related businesses. Role Overview This is a senior, hands-on leadership position responsible for managing the complete accounts function and leading a 7-member finance and accounts team, including professionally qualified and graduate-level team members. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that management has accurate, timely and reliable financial information every day and every month. Key Responsibilities Lead accounting operations across approximately 15 group companies Manage, supervise and develop a 7-member accounts team Ensure daily bank reconciliations across approximately 15 bank accounts Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) and customer collections Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and supplier payments Prepare and review monthly MIS and management accounts Produce daily financial and risk reports for management Manage cash-flow reporting and treasury requirements Manage VAT preparation, reconciliation and returns Ensure tax, statutory and financial compliance in accordance with Botswana laws and regulations Manage monthly payroll for approximately 70 employees Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations Manage foreign-currency requirements and forex purchasing Monitor bank balances, payments, collections and cash requirements Maintain strong accounting controls and approval processes Coordinate with auditors, banks, tax advisers and other external sta .