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Senior Executive – Accounts & HR


Company : John R Harris & Partners


Location : Thane, Maharashtra


Created : 2025-05-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Senior Executive – Accounts & HRLocation: Mumbai, India (Branch Office)Reporting To: Sr Accounts & HR Manager (Dubai, UAE) and Mumbai Branch DirectorDepartment: Operations / AdministrationJob Purpose:The Senior Executive – Accounts & HR will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial and human resources functions at the Mumbai branch, while ensuring smooth coordination with the Head Office in Dubai. This role requires a self-motivated individual capable of handling a broad set of responsibilities ranging from project cost tracking and compliance to employee support and recruitment, all within the dynamic environment of an architectural consultancy.Key Responsibilities:Finance Responsibilities:- Manage daily accounting tasks including vendor payments, bank reconciliations, expense tracking, and data entry. - Handle branch-level financial documentation and coordinate monthly closings with the Dubai Head Office. - Track project-wise billing, collections, and cost allocations in coordination with project managers. - Assist in preparation of budgets, forecasts, and MIS reports as per Head Office guidelines. - Ensure compliance with local financial regulations including GST, TDS, and audit requirements. Liaise with external auditors, consultants, and tax advisors as needed. - Support invoice generation for local and international clients and ensure timely follow-up for payments.HR Responsibilities:- Maintain and update employee records, including timesheets, attendance, leave management, and contracts. - Assist with recruitment efforts for the office– posting jobs, screening candidates, scheduling interviews. - Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes including documentation, system access, and HR briefings. - Act as a liaison between the branch and Dubai HR team to ensure policy consistency and alignment. - Help organize employee engagement activities and internal communication efforts. - Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws and office policies. - Support payroll processing and coordinate with external consultants for statutory deductions (PF, ESIC, etc.).Key Skills & Competencies:- Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards, tax regulations, and labor laws. - Experience in project-based accounting, preferably in architecture, engineering, or consulting firms. - Proficiency in accounting and HR tools (Zoho Books and HRMS platforms). - Excellent communication skills, especially for cross-border coordination. - Ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently with high attention to detail. - Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.Qualifications & Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Business Administration (Master’s or MBA preferred). - 4–6 years of relevant experience in finance and HR roles, preferably in a professional services or design consultancy firm. - Exposure to working with international teams or reporting to overseas head offices is an advantage.Work Environment:- Based full-time at the Mumbai branch office. - Close coordination with creative and technical teams on project-related matters. - Regular interaction with Dubai Head Office through virtual meetings, reports, and documentation.