Job Title: Accountant – eCommerce Company
Department:
Finance & Accounts
Reports To:
Director/CEO
Job Summary:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Accountant to manage the financial operations of our eCommerce business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, handling reconciliations, managing vendor payments, tracking online sales transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting and tax regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain daily accounting records and bookkeeping activities.
- Record and reconcile sales transactions from eCommerce platforms and marketplaces.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Prepare and process vendor payments and customer refunds.
- Perform bank, payment gateway, and wallet reconciliations.
- Monitor cash flow and maintain financial reports.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Handle GST calculations, filing, and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and external agencies.
- Track inventory valuation and coordinate with the operations team for stock reconciliation.
- Verify purchase invoices, expense bills, and employee reimbursements.
- Prepare MIS reports and financial analysis for management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory regulations.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
- Minimum 1-3 years of accounting experience (eCommerce experience preferred).
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and GST regulations.
- Proficiency in Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
- Experience with payment gateways, online marketplaces, and reconciliation processes is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience working with Shopify, Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, or other eCommerce platforms.
- Understanding of inventory accounting and order management processes.
- Experience handling COD, prepaid orders, returns, refunds, and payment settlements.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Accuracy of financial records and reconciliations.
- Timely completion of GST filings and statutory compliance.
- On-time vendor payments and collections.
- Accuracy in inventory and sales reconciliation.
- Timely submission of financial reports and MIS.
Salary:
As per company standards and candidate experience.
Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person