Account Analyst

Accounting Operations & Books of Accounts

• Maintain accurate books of accounts in the ERP (NetSuite/Quickbooks/Tally or other systems).
• Prepare and post journal entries with proper supporting documentation.
• Assist in maintaining ledgers:

• GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Payroll entries, Accruals, Provisions

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• Support in preparing schedules for month-end and year-end closing.
• Perform daily/weekly reconciliations:
• Bank reconciliation
• Vendor ledger reconciliation
• Customer ledger reconciliation
• Intercompany balances
• Advances, deposits, staff reimbursements, prepaid expenses, etc.

2. Month-End Close Support

• Assist senior accountants in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
• Track open items, aging schedules, accruals, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare basic variance analysis by compiling data and explanations.
• Help create close checklists and maintain documentation.

3. GST, TDS & Other Statutory Compliance (India-Specific Duties)

GST

• Assist in preparing monthly GST workings (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B).
• Reconcile GSTR-2B, ITC registers, and GST liability.
• Track reverse charge mechanisms (RCM) on import of services.
• Coordinate with consultants/auditors for monthly and annual GST filings.
• Assist in maintaining documentation for audits and notices.

TDS

• Ensure correct deduction of TDS on vendor payments as per applicable sections.
• Maintain TDS registers and TDS payment trackers.
• Assist in preparing quarterly TDS return workings (Form 24Q/26Q).
• Reconcile Form 26AS and vendor TDS certificates.

Other Compliance

• Support data compilation for:
• PF/ESI (if applicable)
• Corporate tax working
• Statutory audits & internal audits
• CARO schedules
• Transfer pricing documentation (Form 3CEB/3CEAA etc.)

4. Revenue, Billing & Collections Support

• Assist with customer billing for SaaS subscriptions & professional services.
• Validate billing schedules, contract terms, and revenue recognition inputs.
• Support ASC 606 revenue workpapers under supervision.
• Track accounts receivable aging and support collections follow-ups.
• Coordinate with RevOps to resolve discrepancies in CRM/billing systems.

5. Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Process vendor invoices and verify accuracy (PO, contract, rates, taxes).
• Ensure correct GST and TDS treatment on invoices.
• Maintain AP aging report and follow up on due/overdue items.
• Assist in processing employee reimbursements & expense claims.
• Prepare vendor reconciliations and resolve mismatches.

6. Systems, Reporting & Data Accuracy

• Work with Senior Accountant/Manager to ensure data consistency across:
• ERP
• CRM (Salesforce/HubSpot)
• Billing platform (Zuora/Chargebee/SaaSOptics)
• Payment gateways
• Run system reports and support automation efforts.
• Assist in preparing MIS reports, dashboards, KPIs, and schedules.

7. Audit & Compliance Support

• Help prepare audit schedules for statutory, internal, and tax audits.
• Organize documentation, agreements, reconciliations, and support files.
• Address auditor queries and submit required information.

8. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with FP&A, HR, Operations, Tech, and RevOps for data validation.
• Coordinate with consultants for tax filings, GST, TDS, and compliance.

Requirements & Experience

Experience

• 12 years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in SaaS or a high-growth company.
• Experience with GST/TDS compliance is desirable.
• Internship or experience in audit firms (Big 4 or mid-size) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic knowledge of GST, TDS, income tax, and statutory filings.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills (PivotTable, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, formulas).
• Good communication skills and ability to work with global teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Reliable and disciplined.
• Strong sense of ownership.
• Comfortable working with cross-cultural, cross-time-zone teams.
• Positive attitude and team-player mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or related field.