Job Opening – Senior Accounts / Audit Assistant
Educational Qualification:
B.Com. or any other relevant degree in Finance / Accounting.
Candidates who have completed CA Articleship or CA Intermediate (IPCC) will be given preference.
Experience:
Prior experience working in a Chartered Accountant firm is mandatory.
Candidates should have practical experience in handling accounting, taxation and audit-related assignments.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Handle day-to-day accounting activities, including recording of purchase, sales, expenses, receipts and payments.
Prepare and maintain books of accounts and ensure proper ledger scrutiny and reconciliations.
Preparation of financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account and related schedules.
Perform bank reconciliations, vendor reconciliations and other account reconciliations.
GST & Tax Compliance
Prepare and file GST returns, including GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B.
Reconcile GSTR-2B with purchase registers and identify discrepancies.
Handle GST-related reconciliations and assist in responding to GST notices and queries.
TDS & Income Tax Compliance
Prepare and file quarterly TDS returns.
Verify TDS deductions, challans and reconciliation of TDS credits.
Assist in income tax return preparation and other tax compliance requirements.
Audit & Assurance
Assist in statutory audits, tax audits and internal audits.
Perform ledger scrutiny, vouching, verification and audit documentation.
Prepare audit schedules and supporting working papers.
Skills & Competencies:
Good working knowledge of accounting principles and taxation.
Practical experience in accounting software such as Tally and/or Zoho Books.
Good command over MS Excel and other MS Office applications.
Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with attention to detail.
Good written and verbal English communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with clients, understand their requirements and coordinate for documents and information.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet statutory deadlines independently.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
A candidate with practical exposure to CA firm operations, sound accounting knowledge, hands-on experience in GST and TDS compliances, and the ability to independently manage routine accounting and compliance assignments.