Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage our complete accounting cycle and ensure full statutory compliance with GST and Income Tax regulations. The ideal candidate will be proficient in accounting software and possess a strong understanding of Indian accounting standards and tax laws.

Hybrid mix of remote and onsite work. Flexible work hours and complete remote work can also be acceptable if the candidate is well qualified and can work without supervision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Bookkeeping and Financial Management:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily financial transactions, including general ledger, journal entries, and trial balance.
Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including vendor payments and client invoicing.
Perform timely bank and cash reconciliations.
Prepare and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet).
Ensure accurate maintenance of fixed assets register and depreciation calculation.

2. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Compliance:

Manage all aspects of GST, including calculation, payment, and return filing.
Prepare and file monthly/quarterly GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B).
Reconcile GSTR-2A/2B with the Purchase Register to ensure accurate Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims.
Handle annual GST return filing (GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C).
Ensure compliance with e-invoicing and e-way bill requirements.

3. Income Tax (IT) and TDS Compliance:

Handle all aspects of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS).
Calculate and deposit monthly TDS/TCS liabilities.
Prepare and file quarterly TDS/TCS returns (Form 24Q, 26Q, 27Q, etc.) and issue relevant certificates (Form 16/16A).
Assist in the preparation and filing of annual Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the company.
Address and resolve notices or queries from the GST and Income Tax departments.

4. Audit and Documentation:

Maintain comprehensive and organized documentation (both physical and digital) for all financial and tax-related records.
Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com) or equivalent. Professional qualification (e.g., CA Inter, ICWA Inter) is a plus.
Experience: 2+ years of demonstrable experience in accounting, bookkeeping, GST, and Income Tax/TDS compliance.
Prior experience working in a CA Firm or a rapid-growth start-up environment.
Technical Proficiency:

Mandatory expertise in any accounting software like Zoho books/TallyPrime/Tally ERP 9.
Proficiency in using computer and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, financial modeling).
Familiarity with various GST and Income Tax portals for filing.
Knowledge: Strong practical knowledge of the Companies Act, Indian Accounting Standards (AS), GST laws, Income Tax Act, and TDS/TCS provisions.

Soft Skills:

High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet statutory deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: ?28,000.00 - ?40,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 48 per week

Benefits:

Paid sick time Paid time off Work from home
Work Location: In person