Senior Accountant

About the job

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting Operations

Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy of journal entries and

reconciliations.

Manage daily accounting activities, including expense booking, accruals, and

payments.

Handle accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely collections and

disbursements.

Conduct monthly and year-end closing of books of accounts.

Prepare and post bank reconciliations, vendor reconciliations, and inter-

company reconciliations.

2. Taxation & Compliance

Ensure GST filing, TDS returns, income tax compliance, and PF / ESI

contributions are done accurately and on time.

Reconcile GST input / output ledgers, Cash Ledgers, generate e-way bills, and

resolve discrepancies with the GST portal.

Coordinate with external auditors for statutory, tax, and internal audits.

Maintain compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and relevant

financial regulations.

3. Reporting & Analysis

Prepare monthly MIS reports, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow

statements, and expense variance analysis.

Support management in budget preparation, forecasting, and cost control

analysis.

Analyze financial data trends, identify variances, and suggest corrective

actions.

Provide data for management reviews and financial decision-making.

4. Systems & Process Management

Maintain accounting records using ERP software -Zoho Books / Zoho

Inventory

Assist in implementation and enhancement of financial systems and

automation tools.

Ensure robust document control and record management for audit readiness.

Develop and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting

functions.

5. Coordination & Leadership

Liaise with banks, vendors, customers, auditors, and internal departments.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and

compliance.

Key Skills & Competencies

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Financial

Models).

Expertise in Zoho Books / Inventory / Tally

Strong knowledge of direct and indirect taxation.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Timely and accurate completion of monthly closing and reporting.

Zero non-compliance or late submissions of statutory filings.

Reduction in reconciliation differences and audit remarks.

Efficiency improvements through process automation.

Positive feedback from auditors and management.

Requirements

Graduation