Senior Accountant

Job Description Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Department: Accounts & Finance
Experience Required: 1-5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-site
Qualification: B.Com; CA Inter / CMA Inter / CA Dropout candidates preferred
Industry Preference: Candidates with experience in a Chartered Accountancy (CA) firm

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant currently working in CA firm to manage day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, handle GST and TDS compliance, support statutory audits, and assist with financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have practical accounting experience, a strong understanding of taxation and regulatory compliance, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, ledger maintenance, and general accounting.
• Prepare and maintain financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account, and cash flow statements.
• Handle GST compliance, including GST returns, reconciliations, and related documentation.
• Manage TDS calculations, deductions, return preparation, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with income tax return preparation and related tax documentation.
• Perform bank reconciliations, vendor reconciliations, customer reconciliations, and ledger scrutiny.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams for accounting records, supporting documents, and financial information.
• Assist in statutory audits, tax audits, and other audit-related assignments.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of books of accounts and proper documentation of financial transactions.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable and support timely payment and collection processes.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare MIS reports and other financial statements as required by management.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Practical experience in GST compliance, GST returns, and reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of TDS provisions, calculations, and return filing.
• Understanding of income tax compliance and tax return preparation.
• Experience in bank reconciliation, ledger scrutiny, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software such as Tally Prime.
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Educational Qualifications

• B.Com or an equivalent commerce qualification is required.
• CA Inter, CMA Inter, CA Dropout, or CMA Finalist candidates will be preferred, subject to relevant practical experience.

Experience Requirements

• 1-5 years of relevant experience in accounting and taxation.
• Prior experience working in a CA firm is mandatory.
• Candidates should have practical exposure to GST, TDS, accounting entries, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in client accounting and statutory compliance will be preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be technically sound in accounting and taxation, capable of independently handling routine accounting assignments, and comfortable coordinating with clients and colleagues. Candidates with strong practical exposure to GST, TDS, ledger scrutiny, and audit documentation will be given preference.

Key Skills: Accounting, Tally Prime, MS Excel, GST, TDS, Income Tax, Bank Reconciliation, Ledger Scrutiny, Financial Reporting, Tax Compliance, Audit Support, Bookkeeping.