The Accountant is responsible for handling day-to-day accounting operations, preparing financial statements, maintaining accurate books of accounts, and ensuring statutory compliance related to the construction business. This role also involves coordination with vendors, site teams, and management to ensure smooth financial operations.
· Maintain day-to-day books of accounts (cash, bank, ledgers, journals)
· Handle accounts payable/receivable, vendor reconciliation, and subcontractor accounts
· Post journal entries and ensure timely closure of monthly accounts
· Manage petty cash transactions and site-level expense reports
· Ensure compliance with GST, TDS, PF/ESI, and other applicable taxes
· Prepare and file returns as per statutory timelines
· Maintain statutory registers and records required for construction industry
· Assist in statutory audits and coordinate with external auditors
· Assist HR in payroll processing by providing attendance and financial data
· Process employee claims, travel bills, and advances
· Ensure deductions and compliance as per company policy
· Prepare monthly financial statements and MIS reports
· Provide cash flow forecasts and budget variance analysis
· Monitor project-wise expenses and report to management
· Support management in financial planning and decision making
· Liaise with banks for fund management, bank guarantees, and loan documentation
· Maintain records of vendor payments and ensure timely settlement
· Negotiate with vendors for payment terms where required
· Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance
· Familiarity with construction project accounting and cost allocation
· Proficiency in Tally/ERP and MS Excel
· Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting
· Ability to handle multiple site accounts simultaneously
B.Com / M.Com or equivalent
3–5 years of experience in accounting (preferably in construction or infrastructure industry)
Knowledge of ERP/HRMS systems will be an added advantage
· Accuracy and timeliness of monthly accounts closing
· Compliance with statutory deadlines
· Vendor payment cycle efficiency
· Quality of MIS reporting for management