Internal Accountant

Nature of role: Remote/ Consultant

Internal Accountant

Key Responsibilities:

Billing and Invoicing:

• Oversee the end-to-end billing process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing for services provided.
• Track and follow up on outstanding invoices, ensuring payments are received within the agreed terms.
• Resolve billing discrepancies or disputes with customers in a professional and efficient manner.
• Ensure billing records are properly maintained and updated for audit purposes.
• Coordinate with different departments with regards to billing and invoicing.
• Coordinate and communicate with external auditors/ accountants with respect to accounting queries and related tasks.

Reconciliations:

• Perform regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and other financial records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.

Compliance & Regulation:

• Stay updated on accounting and financial regulations and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of external audits, ensuring all documents and records are accurate and complete.
• Managing tasks related to ESI, EPF, TDS and GST calculations and filing.

Tax-Saving Advice & Planning:

• Provide tax-saving advice to the business, identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with tax laws.
• Collaborate with tax advisors and consultants to optimize tax strategies and implement tax-saving initiatives.
• Prepare tax filings, returns, and documentation for relevant taxes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure the companys strategies are up to date and fully compliant.
• Advise on the tax implications of financial transactions, investments, and business decisions.

Accounting Software & Systems:

• Maintain accounting systems and software, ensuring all financial data is entered accurately and efficiently.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Ad-hoc Financial Analysis:

• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support to management as needed.
• Assist in special projects as required by the finance team.

Skills:

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Zoho, SAP, or Oracle).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, internal controls, and tax laws.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other financial tools.
• Solid understanding of billing, invoicing, and accounts receivable processes.
• Ability to identify tax-saving opportunities and implement strategies effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Education and Experience:

Education:

Experience:

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate the clinical office and websites of the company.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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