Sr. Accountant

As an Accountant at our company in Kochi, Kerala, you will be responsible for maintaining a well-structured Chart of Accounts, facilitating timely monthly closures, recording daily transactions accurately, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with finance laws and best practices. Your key responsibilities include: - Set up and maintain a well-structured Chart of Accounts. - Facilitate timely monthly closures by managing key factors such as tax returns, fixed assets, and ledger data. - Record daily transactions accurately in the ERP system. - Monitor and review accounting and system reports to ensure accuracy and completeness. - Perform monthly bank reconciliations. - Prepare and issue financial reports, including VAT, Corporate Tax, and Balance Sheets. - Manage period closings and ensure smooth transition to the next accounting cycle. - Assist in annual external audits, liaising with auditors and providing all necessary documentation. - Formulate general ledger and financial closing reports with detailed insights into transactions. - Ensure compliance with national finance laws and organizational protocols. - Regularly prepare and disclose financial reports to management. - Perform additional duties as assigned by the FM & CFO. Qualifications required for this role include: - Masters or Bachelors Degree in Accounts or Finance. - Minimum 3 years of professional experience in F & A. - Strong accounting and financial management background. - Qualified Inter CA In addition to technical skills such as proficiency in ERP systems for Accounts and Finance and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications, soft skills like exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, outstanding communication and negotiation abilities, high ethical standards, dependability, honesty, excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure are also essential for this position. This is a full-time, permanent position with health insurance benefits. The work schedule includes day shifts with weekend availability, and the work location is in person.,