Lead – Project Accounts & Admin Manager (Site)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Project Accounts & Admin Manager (Site) to drive site-level finance, accounts, and administration functions. The role is responsible for ensuring financial governance, statutory compliance, cost control, and seamless administrative support while enabling efficient project execution across project sites.

Location: Project Sites (Across India)

Function: Finance & Accounts

Reporting To: Finance Head (Business) & Project Director / Project Manager

Experience:

1522 Years of relevant experience in Project Finance, Accounts, and Site Administration, preferably in EPC, Construction, or Infrastructure organizations.

Educational Qualification:

B.Com & M.Com

MBA (Finance) / CA / CMA Preferred

Key Responsibilities:

Lead site accounting operations including vendor payments, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, and financial controls.

Monitor project budgets, cost control measures, cash flow, fund requirements, and banking transactions in coordination with Corporate Finance.

Ensure timely preparation and submission of:

Financial Statements

MIS Reports

Audit Documentation

Statutory Returns

Oversee site administration including:

Accommodation

Transportation

Office Infrastructure

Employee Welfare Facilities

Ensure compliance with taxation, labour laws, statutory regulations, and corporate governance requirements.

Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

Maintain financial, contractual, statutory, and administrative records.

Support procurement and logistics teams in vendor onboarding, invoice verification, and payment processing.

Lead, mentor, and develop the Site Accounts & Administration team while driving operational excellence and policy compliance.

Technical Competencies

Project Finance & Financial Accounting

Budgeting & Cost Control

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Cost Accounting & Cost Estimation

Auditing & Internal Controls

Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

Labour Law Compliance

Contract Interpretation & Claims Management

Commercial Acumen

Vendor Management

Risk Management

Insurance Management

Reconciliation & MIS Reporting

ERP / Digital Finance Systems

Site Administration & Welfare Management, Liaison with Government Authorities & External Stakeholders

Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strategic thinking and sound decision-making ability

Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills

High attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Adaptability and resilience in dynamic project environments

Effective networking and relationship-building skills

Strong planning, prioritization, and time management

Self-driven, proactive, and result-oriented approach

High emotional intelligence and professional integrity

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development