Account Assistant

Position:

• Accurately enter and update financial data into the accounting software (Tally ERP or similar system).
• Process daily financial transactions, including posting receipts (fee collection) and payments.
• Prepare and maintain records for vouchers (payment, receipt, and journal vouchers).
• Assist in the accurate recording of Petty Cash transactions and preparing reimbursement claims.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Support:

• Assist in preparing purchase orders and verifying vendor invoices against delivery challans and agreements.
• Track and follow up on outstanding student fees and other receivables, generating basic reports on fee status.
• Prepare cheques and bank transfer requests for vendor payments and operational expenses.

Record Keeping & Filing:

• Organize, file, and maintain all financial documents, including invoices, bank statements, receipts, and supporting papers, ensuring easy retrieval for audit.
• Assist in preparing documentation for statutory compliance filings (e.g., GST, TDS) as directed by the Accountant.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and inventory records for consumable items.

Administrative and Audit Support:

• Perform bank deposits and assist with the daily/weekly bank reconciliation process.
• Support the Accountant in preparing schedules and reports for internal and external audits.
• Handle general office administrative tasks for the Finance department (e.g., correspondence, printing, scanning).

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in

  Commerce (B.Com)

  is mandatory.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in an accounts or finance support role, preferably in an educational institution or corporate setting.
• Proven working knowledge of Tally ERP is a mandatory requirement.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• Numerical Accuracy:

  Strong aptitude for numbers and exceptional attention to detail.

• Reliability:

  High level of integrity and commitment to handling confidential financial data responsibly.

• Organizational Skills:

  Excellent filing, record-keeping, and time management abilities to handle multiple tasks.

• Basic Accounting Knowledge:

  Understanding of fundamental accounting principles (debit/credit, basic journal entries).

• Communication:

  Clear and professional communication skills for interaction with students, vendors, and staff.