E-commerce and ERP Accountant

About Deshroot Deshroot Global LLP is building a curated e-commerce platform focused on authentic Indian handicrafts, regional products and artisan-led brands. We work with vendors across India and manage marketplace operations involving vendor settlements, customer orders, returns, logistics, taxation and inventory-related accounting. We are looking for a detail-oriented E-commerce Accountant & ERP Executive who can independently manage day-to-day accounting while implementing and maintaining accurate financial records through an ERP system. Key Responsibilities - Maintain complete books of accounts for Deshroot Global LLP. Record daily sales, purchases, expenses, receipts, payments, returns and refunds.Reconcile payment gateway settlements, including Razorpay and other payment partners.Reconcile COD remittances and shipping-related transactions from logistics platforms such as Shiprocket.Track customer orders, cancellations, refunds, RTOs, returns and replacement transactions.Maintain vendor-wise purchase, commission, margin and settlement records.Prepare and verify vendor payout statements according to the defined settlement cycle.Reconcile vendor invoices, credit notes, debit notes and outstanding balances.Manage bank reconciliation and monitor pending or unidentified transactions.Handle GST-related accounting, including input tax credit reconciliation, sales registers and purchase registers.Support preparation and filing of GST returns, TDS returns and other statutory compliances in coordination with the companys CA.Maintain proper records of e-commerce TCS, TDS and applicable marketplace deductions.Generate invoices, credit notes, debit notes and payment vouchers.Maintain expense records, petty cash and employee reimbursement entries.Prepare monthly profit and loss statements, cash-flow summaries and management reports.Assist in month-end and year-end book closures. ERP Responsibilities - Support the implementation and day-to-day management of the companys ERP system.Configure accounting ledgers, vendor masters, customer masters, tax categories, payment terms and chart of accounts.Maintain accurate product, SKU, inventory and vendor-related financial data.Ensure proper integration between the website, payment gateway, logistics platform and ERP.Identify and resolve mismatches between orders, invoices, payments, inventory and settlements.Create and maintain accounting and operational workflows within the ERP.Generate MIS reports for sales, refunds, vendor settlements, inventory, receivables and payables.Coordinate with website developers, ERP consultants and internal teams for data integration.Maintain data accuracy, access controls and proper documentation of ERP processes.Train relevant team members on basic ERP usage and reporting procedures. Required Skills and Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related field. Practical knowledge of accounting principles, GST, TDS and bank reconciliation.Experience with accounting or ERP software such as Zoho Books, Zoho Inventory, Tally, Busy, SAP, Oracle NetSuite or similar platforms.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.Understanding of e-commerce accounting, payment gateway reconciliation and vendor settlements.Ability to work with large volumes of transactional data accurately.Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Ability to coordinate with vendors, operations teams, developers and external accountants.Good written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Experience - Previous experience with an e-commerce company, marketplace or retail business. Familiarity with Razorpay, Shiprocket, COD reconciliation and online order-management systems.Experience implementing or managing Zoho ERP applications will be preferred.Knowledge of inventory accounting, SKU-level reporting and marketplace settlements will be an advantage. Key Performance Expectations - Accurate and updated books of accounts. Timely reconciliation of payment gateways, banks, COD and vendor balances.Error-free vendor settlement statements.Proper recording of refunds, returns, RTOs and cancellations.Reliable monthly MIS and financial reporting.Accurate ERP data and timely resolution of system mismatches.Compliance with GST, TDS and accounting deadlines. Employment Type: Full-time Work Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh Company: Deshroot Global LLP Candidates should be organised, dependable and capable of taking ownership of both accounting operations and ERP-related financial processes.< .

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