Accountant & Financial Accountant- Audit Firm

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant & Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. In this dual-scope role, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations and producing accurate financial reports that support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and a solid command of accounting standards and financial reporting practices.

Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all financial entries.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in a timely manner.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Manage petty cash, bank reconciliations, and cash flow monitoring.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of all financial transactions and supporting records.

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare accurate financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Analyze financial data and provide variance reports comparing actuals against budgets and forecasts.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and financial projections.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required schedules and documentation during audit cycles.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations; assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns (GST, TDS, income tax as applicable).
• Maintain fixed asset registers and manage depreciation schedules.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure all financial activities comply with company policies, local regulations, and accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes.
• Liaise with banks, vendors, and other financial institutions as required.

Qualifications & RequirementsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field (required).
• Professional certification such as CA, CPA, CMA, or ACCA (preferred or in progress).

Experience

• 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting and/or financial accounting roles.
• Proven experience in financial statement preparation and month-end/year-end close processes.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, or similar ERP systems.
• Experience working with external auditors and managing audit-related documentation.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of IFRS / GAAP and local statutory requirements.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modelling).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize workload effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present financial data clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in handling confidential financial information.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for growth.
• Exposure to diverse accounting and financial reporting functions.
• Training and development programs including support for professional certifications.

Health benefits and other standard employee perks.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person