About the role
Job Description – Accountant (India Office)
The Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting and tax regulations. This role involves handling day-to-day accounting functions, supporting financial analysis, and maintaining accurate financial documentation while delivering high-quality outputs.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee and manage general ledger activities and account reconciliations
• Prepare monthly financial statements and other financial reports.
• Assist with GST returns including GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B and the related reconciliations, and input tax credit verification.
• Reconcile TDS calculations, deductions, payments, and returns prepared by external provider.
• Support the global payroll team with monthly payroll and the related payroll statutory compliances
• Assist in income tax computations and filing requirements.
• Maintain compliance with applicable Indian accounting and taxation regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and statutory authorities.
• Monitor bank transactions and cash balances.
• Coordinate with banks regarding account statements and payment issues.
• Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting
• Monitor financial transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Commerce () or an equivalent qualification.
• , MBA in Finance, or professional qualifications such as CA, CMA, or ACCA is an advantage
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Relevant practical experience in accounting and taxation.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Working knowledge of Indian GST, TDS, and income tax procedures.
• Exposure to tax preparation and statutory compliance
• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally, Xero or similar)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and organizational skills