Specialist - General Ledger Accounting - IT - CA/ICWA (6-10 yrs)

About The Company:

ARA's client is a leading IT solutions provider, offering Applications, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Infrastructure services globally through a combination of technology knowhow, domain, and process expertise. The accolades has been garnering can be attributed to their undeterred focus in delivering quality solutions across verticals that meet the challenging requirements of their esteemed customers.

The Role:

A General Ledger (GL) Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's general ledger, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Key Responsibilities:

- General Ledger Maintenance: Prepare, verify, record, and post general ledger entries, including journal entries and vouchers. This involves processing daily, monthly, and annual closing entries to ensure accurate financial records.

- Account Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile accounts with the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and comply with accounting standards and regulations. Identify and rectify discrepancies as needed.

- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and other related documents, to provide insights into the company's financial performance.

- Audit Support: Prepare audit schedules and assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations to auditors.

- Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to accounting principles, standards, and regulatory requirements, maintaining the integrity of financial records.

- Data Accuracy: Maintain accurate records, including ledgers, journals, receipts, and invoices, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal accounting procedures.

Skills Required:

- Experience: A minimum of six years of recent and responsible bookkeeping experience, including preparation, recording, and booking of general ledger entries, trial balances, and working with a computerized accounting system. Must have working exposure to onshore geographies.

- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for financial analysis and reporting. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is beneficial.

- Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze financial data, identify inconsistencies, and develop solutions to ensure data accuracy.

- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping and reporting.

- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with team members, management, and external parties.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Qualification: Qualified Accountant - CA/ICWA

- Experience: Minimum 6 years of bookkeeping experience, including preparation, recording, and booking of general ledger entries, trial balances, and working with a computerized accounting system.