Accounts Payable/Receivable Professional

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable (AP) Management Process vendor bills and ensure accurate and timely payments after verification.
• Track due dates, aging reports, and coordinate with suppliers for any discrepancies.
• Manage credit terms and resolve payment-related queries from vendors or outlet teams.
• Maintain a well-organized filing system for all purchase invoices and payment vouchers.
• Accounts Receivable (AR) Management Generate and issue customer invoices (aggregators, corporates, catering, etc.).
• Follow up for timely collections and maintain records of receipts.
• Track outstanding balances and reconcile customer accounts regularly.
• Coordinate with store managers to validate sales entries and credit notes.
• General Ledger & Journal Entries Record accurate journal entries, including adjustments, accruals, and petty cash settlements.
• Assist in monthly closing activities, supporting P&L and Balance Sheet accuracy.
• Perform bank reconciliations, supplier ledger matching, and inter-company reconciliations.
• Taxation & Statutory Compliance Assist in GST calculations, input credit reconciliation, and timely return filings.
• Support TDS deduction and filings as per compliance.
• Coordinate with external auditors for periodic and statutory audits.
• Reporting & MIS Prepare financial summaries, vendor payment schedules, and receivables dashboards.
• Share monthly AP/AR reports with management for cash flow tracking.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by sharing accurate payable and receivable data.

Qualifications & Skills:

• B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter or similar Finance qualification.
• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in F&B, hospitality, or retail.
• Strong hands-on experience with ERP systems, GST, and financial documentation.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance, reconciliation, and payment processing.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and process accuracy.
• Capable of handling multi-entity, multi-outlet finance operations.
• Good communication and follow-up skills with internal teams and vendors.
• Ability to work independently under deadlines.