Freelance Accountant

Freelance Accountant – Accounts, GST & Annual Audit Support Position: Freelance Accountant / Accounts & GST Reconciliation Consultant Engagement: Freelance / Part-time / Project-based

Work: Tally Prime, GST reconciliation, annual accounts review and audit preparation

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced freelance accountant to review and organise our firm's books of accounts, reconcile Tally records with GST returns, and prepare the accounts for yearly finalisation and audit.

Key Responsibilities

Review and verify the firm's Tally Prime books and accounting entries for the financial year. Reconcile Tally sales, purchases, expenses, receipts and payments with the relevant GST records. Reconcile GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GSTR-2B with the books of accounts. Identify and rectify: Missing or duplicate purchase/sales entries Purchase returns and sales returns GST mismatches Credit/debit note differences Incorrect GST classification or ledger posting Outstanding customer/supplier balances Cash, bank and UPI differences Check GST input tax credit (ITC) and ensure eligible entries are properly reflected in the books. Review ledgers and ensure proper classification of purchases, expenses, assets, liabilities and income. Verify opening balances and carry-forward balances. Check stock-related accounting and inventory entries, wherever applicable. Make necessary corrections in Tally so that the books, GST returns and supporting records are properly aligned. Prepare a list of discrepancies and corrections made/recommended. Assist in preparing the books for year-end closing, final accounts and statutory audit/tax filing. Coordinate with the firm's CA/auditor when clarification or supporting information is required. Maintain confidentiality of all financial, GST and business information. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 2–3 years of practical accounting experience. Strong working knowledge of Tally Prime. Good knowledge of GST accounting and GST reconciliation. Experience with GSTR-1, GSTR-3B and GSTR-2B reconciliation. Experience in year-end accounts review and audit preparation. Good understanding of purchase, sales, returns, GST, bank reconciliation and ledger scrutiny. Ability to identify accounting errors independently and suggest corrections. Experience handling trading/wholesale businesses is preferred. Knowledge of inventory/stock accounting will be an advantage.

Expected Deliverables Tally books reviewed and corrected. GST returns reconciled with Tally. Purchase and sales reconciliation completed. Bank/cash/UPI and major ledger balances verified. Stock-related discrepancies identified and corrected/reported. Year-end accounts made ready for CA/auditor review. A final discrepancy/reconciliation report showing major issues identified and corrections made. Engagement This is a freelance/project-based assignment, primarily focused on completing the annual accounts review and reconciliation. Continued accounting support may be considered based on performance and requirements. Interested candidates may share their experience with Tally Prime, GST reconciliation and annual accounts/audit work, along with their expected professional fee.

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kozhikode, Kerala 673602