Accountant

As an Accountant at our resort, you will play a crucial role in managing all financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory obligations, preparing financial reports, and supporting management in financial planning and budgeting. Your key responsibilities will include maintaining day-to-day accounts such as cash, bank, journal, and ledger entries. You will record income and expenses from various departments including rooms, F&B, spa, activities, etc. Additionally, managing petty cash, bank reconciliations, generating and verifying customer invoices and receipts, as well as reconciling POS transactions from various outlets will be part of your daily tasks. In terms of tax and statutory compliance, you will be responsible for filing monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B), handling TDS compliance and returns, and assisting in timely filing of income tax, PF, ESI, and professional tax if applicable. Financial reporting will also be a key aspect of your role, involving the preparation of monthly and quarterly profit & loss statements, tracking departmental costs and revenues, preparing budgets, and generating variance reports for management. Maintaining internal controls and audits will be crucial, requiring you to uphold proper documentation for all financial records, coordinate with auditors for annual or internal audits, and identify cost-saving and revenue-boosting opportunities. To qualify for this role, you should hold a B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / CMA Inter or equivalent qualification, along with at least 3-5 years of accounting experience (hospitality industry preferred). Proficiency in Tally ERP, Zoho Books, or similar software, a sound understanding of GST, TDS, and hotel-specific taxation, as well as strong skills in MS Excel and financial reporting are essential. Additionally, possessing strong integrity, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and communicate effectively with department heads are key attributes we are looking for. This is a full-time position with 6 days a week work schedule. Extended hours may be required during peak tourist seasons or audits. Working in Wayanad offers a serene and pleasant environment amidst lush greenery and a cool climate, making it an ideal location for professionals seeking a healthy work-life balance and nature-inspired living. If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in accounting within the hospitality industry, this role could be the perfect fit for you.,