KRA – Accounts Executive (CA Firm Background Mandatory)

Position Details

• Role Title: Accounts Executive

• Department: Finance & Accounts

• Reporting To: Finance Manager / Head – Finance

• Qualification: B.Com / M.Com (CA Inter preferred)

• Experience: 2–5 years mandatory experience in a CA Firm

• Industry Exposure: Audits, Compliance, Taxation, Accounting

Role Objective

To ensure accurate accounting, statutory compliance, timely tax filings, audit coordination, and financial discipline, leveraging professional experience gained from a Chartered Accountant firm environment.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) & KPIs

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

Responsibilities:

• Maintain books of accounts as per accounting standards.

• Record daily transactions, journal entries, and ledger scrutiny.

• Ensure accuracy in Trial Balance, Profit & Loss, and Balance Sheet.

• Reconcile bank statements, cash books, and general ledgers.

KPIs:

• Zero critical accounting errors during audits

• Daily entries completed within T+1 day

• Monthly closure within defined timelines

2. GST Compliance & Indirect Taxation

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and filing of GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-2B reconciliation).

• Reconciliation of sales, purchase, and ITC.

• Handling GST notices, queries, and departmental communications.

• Ensuring GST compliance as per latest amendments.

KPIs:

• 100% on-time GST filings

• ITC mismatch resolution rate ≥ 95%

• Zero late fees or penalties

3. TDS & Direct Tax Compliance

Responsibilities:

• Deduction and deposit of TDS as per Income Tax Act.

• Filing of TDS returns (24Q, 26Q, 27Q).

• Issuance of Form 16 / 16A.

• Coordination with CA for income tax filings and assessments.

KPIs:

• Timely TDS payments and returns (100%)

• Zero notices due to non-compliance

• Accurate Form 26Q & 24Q filings

4. Audit & CA Coordination

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and external CAs.

• Prepare audit schedules, confirmations, and supporting documents.

• Ensure smooth audit completion without major observations.

• Implement audit recommendations.

KPIs:

• Audit completion within planned timelines

• Number of audit qualifications: Nil / Minimal

• Response time to auditor queries ≤ 24 hours

5. Compliance & Statutory Filings

Responsibilities:

• Compliance with Companies Act, Income Tax Act, GST Act, and other laws.

• Maintain statutory registers and compliance trackers.

• Track due dates and ensure timely filings.

• Support ROC filings (if applicable).

KPIs:

• 100% compliance adherence

• Zero statutory penalties

• Updated compliance tracker at all times

6. Vendor, Expense & Payroll Support

Responsibilities:

• Vendor ledger management and reconciliation.

• Processing invoices and ensuring proper documentation.

• Expense verification and control.

• Supporting payroll processing and statutory deductions.

KPIs:

• Vendor reconciliation accuracy ≥ 98%

• Payroll support completed before cut-off dates

• Expense deviations within approved limits

7. MIS, Reporting & Financial Support

Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly MIS reports for management.

• Support budgeting and cost analysis.

• Provide data for decision-making and compliance.

• Maintain proper documentation and filing systems.

KPIs:

• MIS shared within agreed timelines

• Data accuracy ≥ 99%

• Management satisfaction score ≥ 4/5

Key Skills Required

• Strong accounting fundamentals (CA firm exposure mandatory)

• GST, TDS, Income Tax practical knowledge

• Audit handling experience

• Proficiency in Tally / ERP / Excel

• Strong documentation and compliance mindset

• Ability to work with deadlines and regulatory pressure

Performance Review Cycle

• Monthly compliance review

• Quarterly performance evaluation

• Annual appraisal based on KPI achievement

• It is a Full Time Accountant job for candidates with 2 - 6+ years Experience.