Senior Accountant

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to take ownership of end-to-end accounting operations for our clients. This role involves maintaining books in Tally and Zoho Books, driving the monthly close process, preparing and delivering Monthly MIS reports, handling TDS computations and payments, and preparing & filing GST returns (GSTR-1 & GSTR-3B).

Role & responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate books of accounts, including GL, AP, AR, and bank reconciliations

2. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

3. Handle GST compliance (returns, reconciliations, audits)

4. Manage TDS/TCS compliances and filings

5. Ensure compliance with Income Tax, Companies Act, and other statutory laws

6. Coordinate with internal and external auditors

7. Vendor MSME compliances & half-yearly MSME reporting

8. Monitor cash flow, expenses, and budget variance

9. Review and approve accounting entries prepared by junior staff

10. Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation

11. Assist in year-end closing and audit finalization

12. Support management with MIS and financial analysis

13. Monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to investors and other stakeholders

14. Coordinate with internal teams and clients to collect supporting documents (invoices, bank statements,

expense reports) within the first 57 days of the following month

15. Proactively track pending tasks, send reminders, and escalate issues to ensure zero delays in reporting and

compliances

Preferred candidate profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance (CA Inter/ICWA Inter preferred)
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Tally ERP or Zoho Books
• Proven track record in TDS computation, payments, and filing of TDS returns
• Practical knowledge of GST, GSTR-1 & GSTR-3B filing processes
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, Power Query)
• Analytical: Strong reconciliation, error-checking, and attention to detail
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills for client interactions
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple clients and meet strict deadlines