Accounting & Compliance Coordinator (India)

Job Purpose

To act as the primary liaison between the Company and the appointed Accounting Firm in India, ensuring smooth coordination of accounting, tax, payroll, and compliance activities. The role focuses on providing accurate data, supporting documentation, and timely approvals, while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Daily Operations

Prepare and reconcile daily cash summary sheet with POS and bank deposits (cash collected from units).

Manage and audit petty cash and float cash balances.

2. Accounting Coordination

Coordinate with the Accounting Firm to ensure timely preparation of books of accounts, invoices, vendor payments, and monthly MIS reports.

Collect, verify, and provide supporting documents (purchase invoices, sales invoices, expense claims, bank statements) to the Accounting Firm.

Track vendor payment schedules, prepare payment requests, and coordinate approvals in the bank portal.

Support in fixed asset tracking and reconciliation activities.

3. Tax & Compliance Support

Provide necessary data for TDS, GST, and income tax filings to the Accounting Firm.

Assist in collation of data for advance tax, annual tax return, and audit requirements.

Maintain records of all statutory filings, notices, and acknowledgments for compliance purposes.

Support in documentation required for Filing 61A (SFT) and ESOP-related reporting.

4. Payroll & HR Compliance Support

Collect monthly attendance and payroll inputs; share with the Accounting Firm for processing.

Coordinate with employees to gather KYC documents and ensure PF / ESI / PT registrations and compliance.

Support in employee taxation, year-end declarations, and final settlement documentation.

5. Communication & Administration

Act as the key contact point between the Company and the Accounting Firm, ensuring clear and timely communication.

Liaise with banks, vendors, and government authorities when required.

Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting, tax, and compliance records.

Provide periodic status updates to management regarding compliance deadlines and progress.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

More than 7 years of experience in accounting coordination, finance support, or compliance administration.

Basic knowledge of Indian tax (GST, TDS) and payroll compliance preferred.

Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail.

Proficiency in MS Excel and ability to work with online accounting / banking platforms.

Good communication skills in English and Hindi (or local language).