Accountant

Job Purpose

To manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely statutory compliance, and support the Finance team in financial reporting and related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day accounting transactions, including receipts, payments, purchases, sales and journal entries.
• Prepare and verify invoices, vouchers, bills and other financial documents.
• Maintain books of accounts and ensure accuracy of accounting records.
• Handle bank reconciliation and monitor bank transactions regularly.
• Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Process employee-related financial transactions such as salary-related accounting, reimbursements and advances.
• Assist in preparation and filing of statutory returns such as GST, TDS, Professional Tax and other applicable compliances.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide required financial records, schedules and supporting documents.
• Assist in budgeting, financial analysis and preparation of MIS reports.
• Verify supporting documents and ensure compliance with internal financial procedures.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of financial records for audit and statutory requirements.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and provide periodic reports to the Finance Manager.
• Support the Finance team during internal, statutory and regulatory audits.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of financial and employee-related information.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by the reporting manager.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Good knowledge of Tally / ERP / accounting software.
• Working knowledge of GST, TDS and statutory compliance.
• Good proficiency in MS Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering and basic reporting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good documentation and record-maintenance skills.
• Ability to work within deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information.