Accountant

About the job

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payable, Receivable & Billing

– Process supplier invoices, customer invoices, payment requests, receipts, and related

supporting documents accurately and on time;- Verify invoices against purchase orders, delivery records, and other supporting

documentation; reconcile monthly supplier statements and follow up on discrepancies;

– Maintain supplier and customer account records, monitor outstanding invoices, assist with

collections, and coordinate with suppliers to facilitate timely payments;

– Coordinate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve routine billing and

payment queries;

– Follow established approval procedures and maintain accurate transaction records.

2. Accounting & Reconciliation

– Maintain the general ledger and accurate accounting records, expense documentation, and

supporting schedules;

– Assist with month-end journal entries for revenue and expenses, account reconciliations, and

monthly variance analysis against supporting documents;

– Prepare expense reports and reconcile staff member expenses against supporting

documents;

– Assist with monthly cash flow schedules and budgeting and forecasting activities by

compiling relevant financial data;

– Support month-end and year-end closing activities, identify discrepancies, and escalate items

requiring further review.

3. Payroll, Compliance & Audit Support

– Assist with payroll processing by compiling payroll inputs, checking supporting records, and

maintaining payroll documentation;

– Assist with the preparation and coordination of statutory deductions, tax-related payments,

and government remittances under established procedures;

– Organize and maintain financial records required for internal reviews, external audits, and

compliance checks, including year-end audit support;

– Coordinate with relevant Finance personnel and external service providers to obtain

information and resolve routine queries.

4. Finance Administration & Coordination

– Prepare invoices, purchase orders, letters, routine reports, schedules, and other finance-

related documents as required;

– File, organize, maintain, and retrieve financial documents, records, correspondence, and

reports;

– Coordinate with internal departments, suppliers, customers, and external service providers to

obtain information and follow up on outstanding matters;

– Handle financial and business information confidentially and in accordance with established

procedures;

– Assist with ad hoc reporting, special projects, and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

– Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field;

– 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance operations, accounts payable,

accounts receivable, or a similar role;- Experience in an MNC or internationally operating business is strongly preferred;

– Practical experience in invoice processing, account reconciliations, financial record-keeping,

and routine reporting;

– Exposure to payroll administration, month-end closing, and audit support;

– Basic working knowledge of applicable Indian accounting and statutory requirements,

including GST and TDS;

– Proficiency in Spreadsheets and experience using accounting software or ERP systems;

– Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Key Skills & Competencies

– Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate records and checks transactions and supporting

documents carefully.

– Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues, suppliers,

customers, and other stakeholders.

– Organization: Manages routine tasks, documentation, and deadlines effectively.

– Problem-Solving: Identifies discrepancies and follows up on outstanding items appropriately.

– Accountability: Completes assigned tasks reliably and escalates issues when necessary.

– Integrity and Confidentiality: Handles financial information responsibly and follows established

controls.

– Teamwork: Works collaboratively with Finance and other departments in an international

business environment.

– Technical Proficiency: Uses spreadsheets, accounting systems, and electronic document

management tools confidently.

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