Job Description – Accounts Officer
Position: Accounts Officer
Department: Accounts & Finance
Industry: Media & Publishing
Experience: 2–6 Years
Location: Chennai
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Officer to manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensure statutory compliance, and support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates with experience in the media, publishing, advertising, or related industries will be preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain day-to-day accounting transactions in the ERP/Accounting software.
- Prepare and record journal entries, vouchers, and ledger reconciliations.
- Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Process vendor payments and employee reimbursements.
- Prepare bank reconciliation statements and monitor cash flow.
- Verify invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documents.
- Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
- Prepare GST working, TDS deductions, and support statutory compliance.
- Coordinate with auditors during internal and statutory audits.
- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
- Prepare MIS reports and financial statements as required by management.
- Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.
- Support payroll accounting and other finance-related activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) or Finance.
- M.Com, MBA (Finance), or CA Inter will be an added advantage.
- 2–6 years of experience in Accounts & Finance.
- Experience in a Media, Publishing, Advertising, or similar organization is preferred.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of Accounting Principles.
- Working knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and statutory compliance.
- Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas).
- Hands-on experience with ERP or Accounting Software (Tally, SAP, Oracle, Zoho Books, or similar).
- Good analytical and reconciliation skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
Preferred Competencies
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical mindset.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
- Team player with a proactive approach.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of accounting entries.
- Timely completion of bank and ledger reconciliations.
- Compliance with GST, TDS, and statutory deadlines.
- Timely processing of vendor payments.
- Accuracy and timeliness of MIS reports.
- Support for successful internal and statutory audits.
Reporting To
Accounts Manager / General Manager – Finance
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
