Walk-in || Account Assistant

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Assistant Accountant to support the Finance & Accounts team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, reconciling accounts, and assisting with statutory compliance and day-to-day accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities

Record and maintain day-to-day accounting transactions in the accounting/ERP system.

Prepare and maintain sales invoices, purchase invoices, payment vouchers, receipt vouchers, and journal entries.

Maintain and reconcile party ledgers, bank accounts, vendor accounts, and customer accounts.

Assist in bank reconciliation statements (BRS) and resolve accounting discrepancies.

Verify invoices, supporting documents, purchase orders, and other financial records.

Assist in GST-related activities, including reconciliation of ITC with GSTR-2B and maintaining GST records.

Assist in preparation and filing of TDS returns and other statutory compliance requirements.

Maintain proper documentation and records for audits and internal reviews.

Follow up with vendors/customers regarding outstanding balances, invoices, debit notes, and credit notes.

Assist in preparing accounts payable and receivable statements and ageing reports.

Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and management statements.

Coordinate with site/project teams, vendors, customers, and internal departments for accounting-related matters.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

Ensure proper filing and maintenance of accounting documents and records.

Perform any other accounting and finance-related duties assigned by the Accounts Manager or management.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education: B.Com / M.Com / equivalent qualification.

Experience: 13 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance.

Working knowledge of Tally / SAP / ERP accounting software.

Good knowledge of MS Excel, including basic formulas, filters, sorting, and reconciliation.

Basic understanding of GST, TDS, and accounting principles.

Good knowledge of ledger reconciliation and bank reconciliation.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Knowledge of accounting standards and statutory compliance will be an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should be honest, organized, detail-oriented, and willing to learn, with a practical understanding of accounting procedures. Experience in the construction/infrastructure industry will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Ledger Reconciliation

GST & TDS Compliance

Bank Reconciliation

Accounts Payable & Receivable

MS Excel & ERP

Documentation & Record Keeping

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Team Coordination

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