Accountant

Roles & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate day-to-day accounting records, ledgers, invoices, receipts, and financial transactions.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Prepare and maintain payment trackers, expense records, and reconciliation statements.
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations and identify discrepancies.
• Monitor outstanding payments and coordinate with relevant team members for timely follow-ups.
• Prepare MIS reports, financial summaries, and management reports as required.
• Maintain accurate records of client payments, deposits, receipts, and outstanding balances.
• Assist with monthly and periodic financial reporting and account closing activities.
• Support GST, TDS, BAS and other taxation-related accounting requirements as applicable.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records and supporting documents.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, vendors, and external accountants when required.
• Handle confidential financial information with accuracy and professionalism.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and assist in resolving financial or payment-related issues.
• Use accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, Tally, or similar platforms.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related tasks as assigned by management.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 35 years of experience in accountancy, finance, bookkeeping, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and day-to-day accounting processes.
• Advanced MS Excel skills with strong knowledge of formulas such as HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIF/SUMIFS, IF, COUNTIF, etc.
• Experience with Pivot Tables, data validation, conditional formatting, sorting/filtering, and Excel-based MIS reporting.
• Good understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliation, invoicing, and payment tracking.
• Knowledge of GST, TDS and basic taxation processes.
• Experience working with accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, or Tally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote/WFH environment.
• Candidates with experience working with Australian businesses or Australian accounting processes will be an advantage.