Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

Finance & Accounts Department

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position Title

Senior Accountant

Department

Finance & Accounts

Reporting To

Finance Manager / General Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Industry

Construction

Experience Required

3 to 4 Years (Post-Qualification)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting the finance function of the organisation. The role demands expertise in project costing, job accounting specific to the construction industry, tax regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and leadership of the accounts team. The incumbent is expected to bring sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial tools, and ERP/Tally software to drive operational excellence in the finance department.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Costing & Job Accounting

• Prepare and maintain detailed project-wise cost sheets and job cost reports for all ongoing and completed construction projects.
• Track and allocate direct and indirect costs including materials, labour, subcontractor charges, and overheads to respective project codes.
• Monitor budget vs. actual expenditure at project level and report variances to management on a regular basis.
• Coordinate with site engineers and project managers for timely cost inputs and bill certifications.
• Maintain WIP (Work-In-Progress) accounts and ensure proper accounting of project milestones and billing.
• Assist in preparation of project profitability analysis and support tendering and estimation teams with historical cost data.
• Ensure proper accounting of retention amounts, advance recoveries, and mobilisation advances as per contract terms.

2. Tax Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9) including reconciliation with books of accounts.
• Handle TDS computation, deduction, payment, and quarterly return filing (Form 24Q, 26Q) as per applicable rates.
• Manage professional tax, labour welfare fund, and other statutory deductions in compliance with applicable state laws.
• Liaise with tax consultants and auditors for income tax assessments, advance tax calculations, and tax audit support.
• Maintain compliance tracker for all regulatory filing deadlines and ensure zero-penalty record.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the Construction industry-specific provisions under GST and income tax regulations.
• Support management in responding to notices from GST, income tax, and other regulatory authorities.

3. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Conduct bank reconciliation, vendor reconciliation, and intercompany account reconciliation on a regular basis.
• Generate MIS reports including cost summaries, project-wise P&L, fund utilisation reports, and debtor/creditor ageing analysis.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas of financial risk.
• Support the Finance Manager in preparation of annual budgets, revised estimates, and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate with statutory and internal auditors and provide all required schedules, vouchers, and supporting documents.

4. Team Leadership & Accounts Operations

• Supervise and guide junior accountants and accounts assistants in day-to-day accounting operations.
• Assign tasks, review work output, and ensure accuracy and timeliness of all accounting entries.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions including vendor payments, customer billing, and collections.
• Ensure proper documentation, voucher preparation, and maintenance of books of accounts as per applicable accounting standards.
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and prevent financial irregularities.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members on accounting procedures, software usage, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with procurement, HR, and operations teams for finance-related approvals and interdepartmental reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS & ELIGIBILITY

Criteria

Details

Education (Mandatory)

B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) — Graduation in Commerce is mandatory. M.Com / MBA Finance / CA Inter will be an added advantage.

Experience

Minimum 3 to 4 years of post-qualification experience in a similar accounting role.

Industry Experience

Prior experience in the Construction industry will be considered a significant added advantage.

Software & Tools

Proficiency in Tally ERP / Tally Prime is mandatory. Working knowledge of MS Excel, financial MIS tools, and ERP systems is required.

Technical Knowledge

Sound knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), GST, TDS, project costing, financial reporting, and statutory compliance.

Language

Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Knowledge of Malayalam or regional language is desirable.

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Technical Skills

Behavioural Skills

• Tally ERP / Tally Prime
• GST & TDS compliance
• Project costing & job accounting
• Financial statement preparation
• MIS reporting & analysis
• MS Excel (advanced)
• Budget preparation & variance analysis
• Bank & ledger reconciliation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Time management and deadline-driven approach
• Integrity and professional ethics
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person