Sr Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Job Type: Full time

Responsibilities

• Maintain books of accounts and ensure accounting entries are recorded accurately in accordance with accounting standards and NGO-specific requirements.
• Ensure timely accounting of grants, donations, project expenses, and operational expenditures.
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Handle FCRA accounting, reconciliation, and support filing of FC4 returns.
• Track utilization of donor funds and ensure expenditures are aligned with donor guidelines and approved budgets.
• Monitor project-wise accounting and support budget tracking and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely payment of statutory dues including TDS, PF, ESI, Professional Tax, and GST (if applicable).
• Assist in preparation and filing of statutory returns and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with internal auditors, statutory auditors, and donor auditors by providing required financial documents and schedules.
• Maintain proper accounting records, vouchers, and audit-ready documentation.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports and financial summaries for management review.
• Liaise with program teams for fund utilization, supporting documents, and compliance requirements.
• Perform bank reconciliations, ledger scrutiny, and account finalization activities.
• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and organizational policies.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of NGO accounting and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience in FCRA accounting and donor fund management.
• Knowledge of CSR fund accounting and utilization tracking.
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as Tally Prime, Zoho Books, or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of statutory compliances including TDS, PF, ESI, GST, and Income Tax.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting (M.Com / MBA Finance preferred).
• 58 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in NGOs/Trusts/Societies.
• Experience handling donor reporting, FCRA, CSR accounting, and audits is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with NGOs, development sector organizations, or charitable trusts.
• Exposure to grant accounting, donor reporting formats, and project-based accounting.

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