Accounts Executive

Joining Daynt offers:

• High-Impact Ownership:

  Lead end-to-end accounting processes for a bootstrapped startup on a rapid scale-up trajectory.

• Cross-Functional Exposure:

  Work closely with Founders, CTO, Auditors, and Delivery teams on strategic finance initiatives.

• Learning & Growth:

  Access professional development stipends, certification support (GST, Tally, Payroll), and mentoring by senior finance leaders.

• Vibrant Culture:

  Regular team offsites, knowledge-sharing sessions, and a collaborative environment where innovation thrives.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Compliance Ownership

• Proactively own and continuously improve the entire monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance process, ensuring all deadlines and filings are met with accuracy.
• Identify, interpret, and implement regulatory and statutory requirements applicable to Bengaluru-based operations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of local laws.

Monthly Accounting & Compliance

• Prepare, validate, process and remit TDS ensuring accuracy of calculations.
• Prepare and file GSTR-1 by the 11th and GSTR-3B on the GST portal.
• Process Professional Tax payments and returns.
• Execute monthly payroll: verify attendance, calculate bonuses, generate payslips, and manage statutory deductions.
• Maintain daily Tally Prime entries for all banking, sales, and purchase transactions.
• Generate client invoices, track receivables, and coordinate payments.
• Calculate and process employee expense reimbursements; enforce policy compliance and maintain audit trails.
• Compute PF, ESI contributions, and bonus provisions accurately each cycle.

Quarterly & Annual Filings

• File and reconcile quarterly TDS returns; match deductions with Form 26AS.
• Coordinate annual ITR filing with external auditors; prepare and distribute Form 16.
• Support internal and statutory audits: compile schedules for P&L, balance sheet, cash flows, and fixed assets.
• Maintain compliance registers for invoices, tax receipts, audit reports, and professional tax filings.

Client Coordination & Invoicing

• Onboard new clients for billing: collect contractual milestones, invoicing schedules, and KYC documents.
• Issue invoices per project milestones and ensure timely delivery through preferred channels.
• Conduct proactive follow-ups on outstanding invoices; escalate delays and send notifications to stakeholders.
• Maintain an aging report, track overdue payments, and coordinate with Delivery and Sales teams for resolution.

Vendor Onboarding & Purchase Order Management

• Manage the end-to-end vendor onboarding process: collect KYC documents, set up vendor profiles, and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Create, issue, and track purchase orders based on approved vendor quotations.
• Process incoming vendor invoices, match against POs, and schedule payments.

Daily Financial Operations

• Reconcile bank statements with invoices and expense records on a daily basis to ensure accuracy.
• Make timely journal entries in Tally Prime for all banking, sales, purchase, and expense transactions.
• Monitor cash flows and flag discrepancies or unusual transactions to management.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare month-end close schedules: general ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Assist in budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, and periodic financial reviews for leadership.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support pricing, vendor selection, and cost control decisions.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelors or masters degree in accounting, or Finance. Preferably MBA Finance.
• 2+ years of hands-on accounting experience in a dynamic environment; exposure to a startup or SME is a plus.

Technical Proficiency

• Strong command of Tally Prime or equivalent ERP.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros).
• Familiarity with GST, TDS, PT, and payroll portals.

Core Competencies

• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proven ability to manage tight deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Good Communication and Professionalism.

What Sets You Up for Success

• Proactive mindset: anticipate compliance timelines and escalate issues early.
• Continuous improvement: suggest process optimizations and automation opportunities.
• Team player: share knowledge, mentor interns, and contribute to a positive work culture.

Benefits & Perks

• Performance Bonus:

  Quarterly incentivization tied to individual and company milestones.

• Professional Growth:

  Annual learning budget for certifications, workshops, and conferences.

• Work-Life Balance:

  Flexible start/end times, hybrid work policy, and generous leave allowance.

Daynt is an equal-opportunity employer.