Job Description
Company Description
Excellent Publicity, founded in 2011 with headquarters in Ahmedabad, has expanded its presence to Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Indore, Surat, and Dubai. Initially established as a creative advertising agency, the company has evolved into a cutting-edge, AI-powered AdTech platform, combining creativity with technology to deliver smarter, faster, and more effective campaigns. Trusted by over 3,000 brands, including Nature’s Basket, SBI, Adani Wilmar, and Flipkart, Excellent Publicity specializes in end-to-end campaign development from planning to execution. With a commitment to delivering impactful results through research, market insights, and innovative strategies
Website - www.excellentpublicity.com
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Head of Finance & Accounts, based in Ahmedabad. The Head of Finance & Accounts will oversee full-cycle of accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting (balance sheets, P&L, MIS). Lead finance team, analyze KPIs for profitability, and mitigate risks like delayed receivables. be responsible for managing financial reporting, developing and monitoring budgets, and analyzing financial data for strategic decision-making.
Roles & responsibilities
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, including MIS reporting and P&L analysis for agency profitability.
• Ensure GST/TDS compliance, statutory audits, vendor payments, and client fund handling while mitigating financial risks like delayed receivables.
• Lead and develop the finance team, allocating budgets for HR/ops and providing strategic advice to co-founders on investments and expansions.
• Analyze campaign ROI, media spends, and KPIs to support new business pitches, client meetings, and cost optimization.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, conduct internal/external audits, and liaise with banks, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Forecast revenue from clients/vendors, monitor working capital, and drive efficiency in dynamic service environments
Qualifications
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Experience in the service industry with 50 crs. to 100crs. of turnover
• Expertise in Finance and Budgeting, with the ability to develop and manage comprehensive financial plans
• Excellent Analytical Skills to analyze complex data and provide strategic recommendations
• Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards
• Effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in financial software, Tally ERP & MS-Office
• Previous experience in a leadership role in finance or accounting is an advantage