HEAD ACCOUNTANT FOR POWER PLANT

A Head Accountant (also known as a Chief Accountant or Head of Accounting) oversees an organization’s financial operations, manages accounting staff, and ensures accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance. [1, 2, 3] You can use or adapt this comprehensive job description template for your hiring needs: Job Title: Head Accountant Job Summary The Head Accountant will lead the accounting department, supervise daily financial operations, maintain internal controls, and ensure that all financial records, statements, and reports are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time. This role bridges day-to-day bookkeeping with high-level financial strategy, reporting directly to the [Finance Manager / CFO / Board of Directors]. Key Responsibilities Department Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate accounting department staff, assigning daily workloads and tracking performance. Financial Operations: Oversee day-to-day general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions. Closing & Reporting: Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures; prepare balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist upper management in developing annual budgets, tracking expenditures, and generating financial forecasts. Compliance & Audits: Ensure full compliance with local tax laws, statutory regulations, and [GAAP / IFRS] standards; act as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors. Internal Controls: Monitor and update internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and prevent discrepancies or fraud. Cash Flow & Treasury: Monitor cash flow needs, manage banking relationships, and support working capital management. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA is a plus). Certifications: Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CA (Chartered Accountant), or CMA is strongly preferred. Experience: 5 to 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–4 years in a supervisory or leadership role.