Accounts Executive

Job Summary:

The Accounts Executive will be responsible for managing local statutory compliances (GST, TDS, Professional Tax, PF), handling all payment-related activities (vendor payments, receivables, balance sheet reconciliation), following up with clients for pending payments, and managing employee/vendor accounting tasks. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting standards, compliance regulations, and excellent communication skills for client interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Statutory Compliance Management

• Ensure timely and accurate filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9).
• Handle TDS deductions, payments, and quarterly returns (Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q).
• Manage Professional Tax (PT) registration, deductions, and filings.
• Process PF (EPF & ESI) contributions, challan generation, and returns.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

2. Payments & Receivables Management

• Process vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and other outgoing payments.
• Maintain accounts payable/receivable records and ensure timely reconciliation.
• Monitor client invoices, follow up for pending payments, and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow statements, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.

3. Vendor & Employee Accounting

• Verify vendor invoices, contract, and ensure accurate ledger entries.
• Handle employee payroll accounting, reimbursements, and expense tracking.
• Manage vendor queries and payment-related communications.

4. Financial Reporting & Audit Support

• Assist in month-end/year-end closing activities.
• Prepare MIS reports, aging analysis, and financial statements.
• Support internal/external audits by providing necessary documents.

5. General Accounting Activities

• Maintain accurate books of accounts (Tally/QuickBooks/Zoho Books).
• Coordinate with banks for payments, reconciliations, and banking queries.
• Assist in ad-hoc finance tasks as required.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: B.Com/M.Com or equivalent; CA Inter/CMA preferred.
• Experience: 2-5 years in accounting, with expertise in GST, TDS, PT, PF, and payments.
• Software Proficiency: Knowledge of Tally ERP 9, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Soft Skills: Strong communication (for client follow-ups), attention to detail, and problem-solving.