Job Purpose (Significance of the Role & Objectives)
We are seeking seasoned accounting professionals with hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, strong knowledge of accounting policies, and expertise in bookkeeping.
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger for all business-related transactions, posting journal entries related to ongoing operations, reviewing invoices, tracking ageing invoices, processing payments, generating purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships.
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
- Review invoices for appropriate documentation before payment: Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation before processing payments.
- Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry: Enter relevant data accurately into the system for invoice tracking and financial reporting.
- Reconciliation of ledgers as and when required: Conduct regular ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Generate purchase orders when necessary: Create purchase orders according to company policies and procedures.
- Assist senior accounts as needed: Provide support to seniors in accounts on various financial tasks.
- Processing employee’s reimbursement/imprest: Handle the reimbursement and imprest processes for employees efficiently.
- Follow-up and coordination with employees and vendors: Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve queries and ensure smooth processes.
- Maintaining all records: Keep comprehensive and organized records of all financial transactions and activities.
- Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process: Contribute to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the accounts, payable procedures.
- Ensure appropriate deduction of withholding taxes (TDS) and appropriate booking of the GST amount mentioned in the invoices: Adhere to tax regulations by accurately deducting TDS and booking GST amounts in invoices.
- Preparation of various reports related to financial statements and MIS as and when required: Generate financial reports and Management Information System (MIS) reports as needed..
Desired Qualifications: Required Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience
- Qualification: B. Com or M.Com.
- Experience: 3 – 5 years in accounting roles.
- Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, including TDS, GST, Professional Tax, tax forms, and returns.
- Understanding of trade payables and receivables.
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills (financial formulas, spreadsheet creation).
- Keen attention to detail and ability to identify numerical errors.
- Strong vendor relationship management skills.
- Prior working experience in a Chartered Accountant (CA) firm will be considered an added advantage.
- Proficiency in Tally and working knowledge of ERP systems.
Key Competencies
- Result-oriented/Goal-driven.
- Proficiency in oral and written communication
- Self-motivated, passionate about learning, and takes initiative with a problem-solving attitude.
- Highest level of integrity (teamwork, confidentiality, ethics, and integrity are the prerequisites for the role).
- Sense of ownership and pride in his/her performance and its impact on the company’s success.
- Ability to work clearly stated goals and reach hiring targets.
- Attention to details and analyzing information.
