Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant specializing in Accounts Payable and Vendor Reconciliation, you will be responsible for overseeing the complete accounts payable process, maintaining vendor relationships, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GST and TDS regulations. Your meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and expertise in financial regulations will contribute to the efficient operation of our finance department. The ideal candidate will have substantial exposure to monthly closing processes, working in high transaction volumes B2C business and taxation experience. They will be organised and approach each issue with an analytical mindset.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including reviewing invoices, verifying accuracy, obtaining proper approvals, and processing payments in a timely manner.

Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions, including vendor details, payment terms, and invoice documentation.

Perform regular reconciliations of vendor statements, resolving discrepancies, and effectively communicating with vendors to resolve any outstanding issues.

Collaborate with internal teams to address inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies or billing discrepancies.

Stay updated with changes in GST and TDS regulations, ensuring compliance in all financial activities and accurately processing related transactions.

Prepare and file periodic GST returns and TDS returns within the specified timelines.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and preparing financial reports.

Provide guidance and support to junior team members, ensuring their professional growth and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Continuously identify process improvement opportunities, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounts payable function

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

3+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with a focus on accounts payable and vendor reconciliation.

Strong knowledge of GST and TDS regulations, including experience in filing returns and handling related compliance matters.

Preferred experience in Zoho books / Netsuite (Oracle)

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, analyze root causes, and implement effective solutions.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders professionally.

Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to collaborate and support colleagues.