Account Executive

Job Purpose (Significance of the Role & Objectives)

We are seeking seasoned accounting professionals with hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, strong knowledge of accounting policies, and expertise in bookkeeping.

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the general ledger for all business-related transactions, posting journal entries related to ongoing operations, reviewing invoices, tracking ageing invoices, processing payments, generating purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation before payment: Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation before processing payments.
• Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry: Enter relevant data accurately into the system for invoice tracking and financial reporting.
• Reconciliation of ledgers as and when required: Conduct regular ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Generate purchase orders when necessary: Create purchase orders according to company policies and procedures.
• Assist senior accounts as needed: Provide support to seniors in accounts on various financial tasks.
• Processing employee’s reimbursement/imprest: Handle the reimbursement and imprest processes for employees efficiently.
• Follow-up and coordination with employees and vendors: Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve queries and ensure smooth processes.
• Maintaining all records: Keep comprehensive and organized records of all financial transactions and activities.
• Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process: Contribute to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the accounts, payable procedures.
• Ensure appropriate deduction of withholding taxes (TDS) and appropriate booking of the GST amount mentioned in the invoices: Adhere to tax regulations by accurately deducting TDS and booking GST amounts in invoices.
• Preparation of various reports related to financial statements and MIS as and when required: Generate financial reports and Management Information System (MIS) reports as needed..

Desired Qualifications: Required Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience

• Qualification: B. Com or M.Com.
• Experience: 3 – 5 years in accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, including TDS, GST, Professional Tax, tax forms, and returns.
• Understanding of trade payables and receivables.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills (financial formulas, spreadsheet creation).
• Keen attention to detail and ability to identify numerical errors.
• Strong vendor relationship management skills.
• Prior working experience in a Chartered Accountant (CA) firm will be considered an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Tally and working knowledge of ERP systems.

Key Competencies

• Result-oriented/Goal-driven.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication
• Self-motivated, passionate about learning, and takes initiative with a problem-solving attitude.
• Highest level of integrity (teamwork, confidentiality, ethics, and integrity are the prerequisites for the role).
• Sense of ownership and pride in his/her performance and its impact on the company’s success.
• Ability to work clearly stated goals and reach hiring targets.
• Attention to details and analyzing information.