Senior Accountant

Location: Navi Mumbai

Experience: 7 to 8+ years

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Accounts & Finance

Reporting To: Management / Finance Head

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Senior Accountant who can independently manage the companys day-to-day accounting, taxation, statutory compliances, payroll-related workings and finalisation of accounts.

The candidate should have strong practical knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, accounting entries, reconciliations, payroll, statutory filings and preparation/finalisation of financial statements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

* Handle day-to-day accounting and data entry in Tally / ERP.

* Pass purchase, sales, receipt, payment, journal and other accounting entries.

* Maintain and scrutinise general ledgers.

* Maintain accounts payable and receivable.

* Prepare and review debtor and creditor ageing.

* Perform regular bank, customer and vendor reconciliations.

* Ensure books of accounts are accurate and up to date.

2. GST Compliance

* Handle complete GST compliance independently.

* Prepare and file GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B.

* Reconcile purchase/input tax credit with GSTR-2B.

* Check GST applicability, rates, input credit and documentation.

* Handle GST payments and maintain GST working papers.

* Assist in annual GST return and reconciliation requirements.

* Coordinate with consultants/auditors for GST notices, queries and assessments.

3. TDS & Taxation

* Calculate and account for TDS on various transactions.

* Ensure timely TDS payments and quarterly TDS return filing.

* Reconcile TDS ledgers with Form 26AS / TRACES.

* Handle TDS certificates and related documentation.

* Assist with Income Tax computations and company tax filings.

* Coordinate with CA/tax consultants for tax-related matters, assessments and notices.

4. Payroll & Salary Working

* Prepare monthly salary workings.

* Calculate deductions such as TDS, PF, ESIC, Professional Tax and other applicable deductions.

* Prepare salary statements and payroll-related accounting entries.

* Coordinate with HR/management for payroll inputs and employee-related payments.

5. Finalisation of Accounts

* Independently handle monthly and year-end closing activities.

* Prepare and scrutinise Trial Balance, Profit & Loss Account and Balance Sheet.

* Pass provisions, accruals, depreciation and other year-end adjustment entries.

* Prepare schedules and supporting statements for finalisation.

* Coordinate with statutory auditors and CA for annual finalisation and audit.

* Ensure books are ready for statutory and tax audit.

6. Company & Statutory Filings

* Coordinate and assist with ROC / MCA filings and other company statutory compliances.

* Maintain statutory records and documentation.

* Coordinate with Company Secretary, CA, auditors and other professional advisors.

* Ensure all statutory compliances are completed within prescribed timelines.

7. MIS & Management Reporting

* Prepare monthly MIS and financial reports for management.

* Prepare cash flow and outstanding reports.

* Provide accounting and financial information required by management.

* Monitor receivables, payables and major expenses.

Required Qualifications

* B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance or equivalent.

* 7–8+ years of relevant experience in accounting and taxation.

* CA Inter / CA Final / CMA qualification will be an advantage.

* Strong practical knowledge of GST, TDS and Income Tax.

* Hands-on experience in accounts finalisation and audit coordination.

* Strong knowledge of Tally ERP / Tally Prime.

* Good command of MS Excel.

* Experience with company statutory filings and compliance.

Desired Candidate Profile

* Should be able to independently handle the complete accounts function.

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

* Good understanding of Indian taxation and statutory compliance.

* Should be comfortable with substantial data entry and accounting work.

* Good analytical and reconciliation skills.

* Ability to meet statutory deadlines.

* Should be capable of coordinating independently with CA, auditors, consultants, banks and management.

* Candidates from a manufacturing/trading/company environment will be preferred.

Key Skills

Accounting | Tally Prime | GST | GSTR-1 | GSTR-3B | GSTR-2B Reconciliation | TDS | Income Tax | Payroll | Bank Reconciliation | Ledger Scrutiny | Accounts Finalisation | P&L | Balance Sheet | ROC/MCA Compliance | Audit Coordination | MS Excel | MIS