Senior Accounts Executive

Company Overview

Catapult Consulting Services is a firm with multi-faceted skill sets specializing in Audit & Assurance, Taxation, Business Advisory, and BPM. With a presence in India and UAE, we provide clients with tailored solutions to their business needs.

Job Title:

Senior Executive – Accounts & Compliance

Location:

Chennai

Reporting To:

SME – Finance & Accounts

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proficient Senior Executive who will be responsible for handling day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping for our clients. The ideal candidate should have a sound understanding of Indian tax laws, accounting standards, and audit procedures, along with hands-on experience in accounting systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain accurate books of accounts for multiple clients.
• Handle day-to-day accounting transactions including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Indian tax laws (Income Tax, GST, TDS, etc.).
• Preparing and filing various statutory returns (GST, TDS, Income Tax).
• Support statutory and internal audits by providing necessary reports and clarifications.
• Ensure timely closure of books and reconciliations.
• Liaise with clients to clarify accounting, compliance, and audit-related queries.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails.
• Stay updated with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, or Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CMA/CA-Inter/Pursuing ACCA/ACCA
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and compliance (preferably in a CA firm or corporate finance department).
• Strong understanding of Indian tax laws (Income Tax, GST, TDS) and accounting standards (AS/Ind AS).
• Experience in audit preparation and dealing with auditors.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Tally ERP, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or similar platforms).
• Good MS Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of ROC compliances.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting systems.
• Exposure to handling clients across industries.