US Accountant

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update financial records for client accounts, including bookkeeping, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and summaries for clients.
• Ensure compliance with US accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Support clients in managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and expense tracking.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their financial needs and provide strategic advice.
• Assist in audit preparations and liaise with auditors as needed.
• Monitor and ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of client financial information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in BCom, M. Com, MBA / or equivalent or post-graduation degree in equivalent experience, with 3-8 years of progressively responsible
• Has a thorough understanding of Finance domain, GL Processing, Accounting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, P/L, Balance sheet, and other relevant Financial concepts
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills
• Proven experience as an Accounts Executive, Accountant, or similar role, preferably with exposure to the US QSR or hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, tax laws, and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho, Restaturant 365, Sage, ETC).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with US payroll processing.
• Knowledge of industry-specific financial practices in the QSR sector.

Familiarity with accounting automation tools and ERP systems.