Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day accounting entries in Tally/ERP software.
• Record sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and journal entries.
• Prepare and maintain sales and purchase invoices.
• Handle bank reconciliation and cash reconciliation.
• Verify bills, invoices, payment vouchers, and supporting documents.
• Maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Follow up on outstanding payments from customers/schools.
• Process and maintain vendor payments and outstanding statements.
• Reconcile vendor and customer ledgers.
• Assist with GST, TDS, and other statutory accounting requirements.
• Prepare monthly reports such as sales, purchase, outstanding, expense, and collection reports.
• Maintain proper filing of invoices, receipts, vouchers, and other financial documents.
• Coordinate with schools, vendors, publishers, branches, and internal departments regarding accounts-related matters.
• Assist the management with MIS reports and financial data whenever required.
• Ensure all accounting records are accurate and updated on time.
• Support the senior accountant/management during audits and financial year-end activities.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of Tally Prime / accounting software.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel.
• Knowledge of GST, TDS, invoicing, and bank reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Qualification & Experience

• B.Com / M.Com / BBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in trading, distribution, retail, or book business will be an advantage.

Preferred CandidateA candidate who is honest, organized, responsible, accurate with numbers, and capable of independently handling routine accounting activities.