Job Description

Job Title:

Accounts Executive

Location:

Chennai

Department:

Accounts & Finance

Reports To:

Accounts Manager / Director

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Purpose (Why this role exists)

The Accounts Executive is responsible for

day-to-day accounting operations

, ensuring

100% compliance

,

accurate books

,

timely payments

, and

clean reporting

. This role is critical to maintaining financial discipline across ESF's FMCG operations.

In simple words:
No errors. No delays. No excuses.

Key Responsibilities1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

Maintain

day-to-day accounting entries

in

Tally

(Sales, Purchase, Expense, Journal). Ensure

ledger accuracy

for suppliers, distributors, transporters, and expenses. Handle

bank entries

, CC account postings, and daily bank reconciliation.

2. GST & Statutory Compliance

Prepare and file

GSTR-1, GSTR-3B

, and assist in

GSTR-2A/2B reconciliation

. Coordinate with CA for

GST returns, audits, and notices

. Maintain GST-compliant invoices and records.

3. Sales & Purchase Accounting

Verify

sales invoices

, debit notes, credit notes. Record

purchase bills

, transport bills, and job-work expenses. Ensure

cash-and-carry compliance

(100% advance payment discipline).

4. Payments & Collections

Process

vendor payments

(NEFT / RTGS). Track outstanding payables and receivables. Support cheque handling, follow-ups, and bounce tracking (if any).

5. Payroll & Employee Records

Assist in

salary processing

, PF, ESI entries. Maintain employee reimbursement and advance records. Support HR with payroll data and statutory deductions.

6. Reporting & Controls

Prepare

monthly MIS

, expense summaries, and variance reports. Support

internal audits

and management reviews. Maintain proper

documentation and filing systems

(physical + digital).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

100%

timely GST filings

with zero penalties. Zero accounting mismatches in monthly reconciliation. On-time vendor payments as per approval. Accurate monthly MIS submission. Clean audit observations.

Required Qualifications

B.Com / M.Com

(Finance or Accounting preferred).

2-5 years

experience in FMCG / Manufacturing / Trading company. Strong working knowledge of

Tally

,

GST

, and

Excel

. Familiarity with

PF, ESI

, and statutory compliance is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

High attention to detail (numbers don't lie, neither should you). Strong follow-up and coordination skills. Ability to work under deadlines. Integrity, confidentiality, and discipline. Comfortable working in a

fast-moving FMCG environment

.

What ESF Expects (Culture Fit)

Respect for systems and processes. Ownership mindset - "This is my company's money."*
Willingness to learn and upgrade skills. Zero tolerance for shortcuts or data manipulation.

Salary & Benefits

Salary:

As per industry standards & experience

Statutory benefits:

PF, ESI

Performance-based growth opportunities Long-term role in a growing FMCG organization
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹9,541.29 - ₹27,390.70 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person