Chief Accountant

Gulshan Club Limited
is looking for
Chief Accountant

Job Description / Responsibility

Job Context:

Gulshan Club Limited, one of the most prestigious and well-established social clubs in Bangladesh, is seeking an experienced and competent Chief Accountant to lead its Finance & Accounts Department. The incumbent will be responsible for overall financial management, statutory compliance, audit coordination, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal control of the Club.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as the Head of Finance & Accounts, overseeing all accounting and financial activities of the Club.
• Supervise, review, and verify all financial transactions, books of accounts, and records maintained by the Accounts Department.
• Ensure proper recording, classification, and summarization of financial transactions in compliance with GAAP/IFRS, applicable laws, and the Club's Financial Rules and Manuals.
• Prepare, review, and finalize monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements, including Income & Expenditure Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, and Departmental Accounts.
• Review and verify monthly salary, allowances, deductions, and statutory payments of the Club.
• Develop, implement, and monitor an effective internal control system, including physical verification of inventories and fixed assets.
• Ensure daily sales reports, cash collections, and card payment slips are properly submitted from all departments and identify any irregularities for corrective action.
• Ensure timely deposit of all departmental collections to the Accounts Department and bank deposits of cash and cheques.
• Coordinate with Income Tax, VAT authorities, RJSC, and other regulatory bodies to ensure statutory compliance.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, arrange statutory audits, and place audited financial statements before the Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
• Arrange and oversee internal audits of quarterly financial accounts and present audit reports to the Finance Committee and Audit Committee.
• Assist Management in budget preparation, forecasting, variance analysis, cost control, and financial planning.
• Provide financial advice and analysis to Management on operational and strategic matters.
• Supervise and control all Accounts Department staff and employees involved in accounts-related activities.
• Countersign all payment vouchers, salary sheets, requisition forms, purchase orders, MRRs, and related financial documents.
• Represent Management in matters related to the Provident Fund Trustee Board and Employees' Gratuity Fund.
• Attend Finance Committee and Board of Directors' meetings to present financial information and recommendations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Secretary, Director Finance, Board of Directors, or the President of the Club.

Educational Requirements

• Masters
• Master's degree in Accounting / Finance / Business Administration (Accounting)
• CA (CC)/CMA /ACCA will be given preference

Experience Requirements

• 7 to 10 year(s)
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
• Club

Additional Requirements

Experience:

• At least 7-10 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounts
• Minimum 3-5 years in a senior or head-level position
• Experience in Club / Corporate / Hospitality / Service-oriented organization is preferred

Skills & Expertise:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Audit, Taxation, VAT & Compliance
• Internal Control & Financial Risk Management
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• ERP / Accounting Software & Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality

Job Location

Dhaka (GULSHAN 2)