Accountant

The key responsibilities of the Accountant Finance & Accounts include the following.

1. Maintain PC Consultings day-to-day accounts, including bookkeeping, bank reconciliation and recording of all day-to-day financial transactions.

2. Assist the senior team members in TDS and GST calculations on vendor, professional, rental and payroll transactions, and in preparing periodic TDS and GST returns, in line with applicable Indian tax laws and due dates, as and when required.

3. Process bank payments and review expenses, including bills and vouchers, to verify accuracy, approvals and compliance with organisational policies, and keep proper supporting documents on file for all payments released.

4. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including preparing invoices, processing payments and following up on outstanding staff advances.

5. Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations in a timely manner and flag any discrepancies to the Manager or senior team members.

6. Maintain project-wise accounting records and assist in project expenditure reporting, where applicable.

7. Assist the senior team members in providing budget data and details, as and when required.

8. Assist the senior team members in the smooth execution of audits by Statutory Auditors, internal auditors and donor audits (as applicable), including providing records, schedules and supporting documents, as and when required.

9. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the Manager or a designated representative.

Eligibility Criteria (Education / Experience / Skills):

Education:

1. CA Inter / PCC / IPCC or possess an equivalent professional qualification in accounting or finance.

Professional Experience & Skills:

10. Minimum of 2 years experience in Finance & Accounting role

11. Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting

12. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required and proficiency in other Microsoft Systems applications including Excel, Word and Outlook & Tally latest version. Tally Prime (mandatory) and working knowledge of Oracle NetSuite is an added advantage.

13. Experience in project reporting and contract management

14. Knowledge required for operating taxation and accounting packages.

15. Ability to multi-task and work within a team

16. Fluency in spoken and written English language and the local language.

17. Strong problem-solving, data interrogation and analytical skills

18. Ability to contribute to innovative solutions and assist with process improvement.