Accounts Executive

India

• LOCATION
  Kochi, Kerala
• WORK LOCATION TYPE On-site
• DATE POSTED 2025-07-18
• CATEGORY Accounting

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Executive to support the finance and audit functions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance, reviewing financial records, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the accounts department by conducting audits and verifying supporting documents.

Job Description:

• Conduct walkthroughs of business processes to understand workflows and identify key control points.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal processes across departments including Finance, Procurement, HR, Operations, Sales, Inventory, and IT.

• Review and verify supporting documents such as invoices, GRNs, vouchers, contracts, and system logs.

• Perform testing of internal controls to ensure SOP compliance (e.g., approvals, billing, cash handling).

• Test samples for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.

• Inspect inventory and assets to confirm physical existence and proper documentation.

• Identify gaps, control weaknesses, or irregularities and document audit observations.

• Assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., Companies Act, GST, Income Tax), company policies, and standard operating procedures.

• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of internal controls, particularly in high-risk areas.

• Conduct surprise audits and special investigations (e.g., suspected fraud, inventory discrepancies, or whistleblower complaints).

• Utilize data analytics tools to detect anomalies and patterns (e.g., duplicate payments, unusual vendor activities).

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing objectives, findings, root causes, implications, and recommendations.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounts or any graduate

• Minimum 2.5 years of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, or internal control roles

• Strong analytical and documentation skills

• Working knowledge of applicable financial regulations and tax laws

• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (Tally, ERP systems)

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information

No of positions: 1