Job Description – Accountant / Senior Accountant
Accountant / Senior Accountant
Department
Finance & Accounts
Location
Chennai
Reports To
Finance Manager / Financial Controller
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accountant / Senior Accountant to manage accounting operations, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and month-end closing activities. The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, experience in ERP/accounting systems, and the ability to ensure accurate financial records while supporting business decision-making through timely financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Management
- Maintain accurate books of accounts and ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
- Prepare and post journal entries, invoices, payments, receipts, and adjustments.
- Manage general ledger activities and account reconciliations.
- Perform bank, vendor, customer, and inter-company reconciliations.
- Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Generate MIS reports and provide financial analysis to management.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
Compliance & Audit
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
- Prepare and review GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other statutory filings.
- Coordinate with auditors during internal, statutory, and tax audits.
- Maintain documentation and records required for compliance and audit purposes.
Process Improvement & Controls
- Ensure effective internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
- Support ERP implementation, automation, and system enhancements where applicable.
Team Coordination (Senior-Level Responsibility)
- Guide and mentor junior accounting staff.
- Review accounting entries and reconciliations prepared by team members.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve financial and operational issues.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CA Inter / CA / CMA / ACCA / CPA qualification is preferred.
- 3–8 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, taxation, and financial reporting.
- Experience with ERP/accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, Tally, Zoho Books, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
Required Skills
- Strong accounting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving and process improvement mindset.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Completion of monthly and annual closing activities within deadlines.
- Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Successful audit outcomes with minimal observations.
- Timely reconciliation of accounts.
- Improvement in accounting processes and controls.
Experience
- Accountant: 3–5 years of experience.
- Senior Accountant: 5–8 years of experience with team handling and financial reporting responsibilities.
CTC: As per company standards and candidate experience.
Employment Type: Full-Time.
Pay: ₹8,550.18 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
