Accountant

Company Description

Himalayan Herbaria Inc., established in 2011, harnesses the immense herbal wealth of India to create health and beauty products. Guided by Dr. V.B Bhatt, a renowned practitioner with over 33 years of experience in Ayurvedic medicine, the company supplies top-quality herbs to beauty and pharmaceutical companies globally. We maintain exclusive access to primary sources of supply and have partnerships with premier GMP extraction plants, ensuring strict adherence to international standards and quality tests for purity in every product.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Accountant located in Kotdwar / Noida.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain and update books of accounts as per accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Reconcile bank accounts, ledgers, payables, and receivables.
• Manage journal entries, general ledger, and trial balance preparation.

1. Invoicing & Billing

• Prepare and issue sales invoices for both domestic and export transactions in coordination with the sales and logistics teams.
• Ensure invoices comply with GST, export documentation, and banking requirements.
• Monitor and record payments received against invoices and ensure timely realization of dues.

1. Taxation & Compliance

• Handle GST, TDS, and other statutory filings for domestic and export operations.
• Prepare and submit returns, reconcile tax ledgers, and ensure adherence to filing timelines.
• Coordinate with auditors and consultants for compliance and assessments.

1. BRC Preparation

• Prepare and submit BRCs for all export transactions in coordination with banks and the export department.
• Maintain documentation of foreign inward remittances for DGFT and export incentive purposes.

1. Export Incentives

• Prepare and submit applications for FOCUS, RoDTEP, TMA, and other export incentives.
• Maintain and update records related to export incentive claims and their realizations.
• Coordinate with banks, DGFT, and other authorities to ensure timely receipt of benefits.

1. Cost Control & Expenditure Management

• Monitor and verify all company expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Identify and recommend cost-cutting measures across production, logistics, and administration.
• Conduct cost analysis and variance reports to support management in decision-making.

1. Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Perform variance analysis and provide insights to improve profitability and efficiency.

1. Audits & Internal Controls

• Support statutory, internal, and tax audits by preparing required schedules and documentation.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure transparency and accuracy in all financial transactions.

1. Export & Domestic Sales Accounting

• Maintain separate accounting records for domestic and export sales.
• Ensure timely invoicing, payment realization, and reconciliation of foreign currency accounts.
• Coordinate with logistics, export documentation, and banks for smooth processing of export payments.

1. Other Responsibilities

• Liaise with banks, auditors, and government authorities as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all financial data.
• Continuously review and improve financial processes and support automation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Expertise in maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports
• Skills in reconciling accounts and processing invoices
• Proficiency in managing payroll and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
• Strong understanding of financial planning and budgeting processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus
• Experience working in the manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry is advantageous