Job Description

Senior Accountant

Job Title:

Senior Accountant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage general accounting operations, prepare financial statements, conduct financial analysis, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of accounting principles, advanced analytical skills, and experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

Manage the

month-end and year-end close process

, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Prepare and analyze accurate

monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

(Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows) in accordance with

GAAP/IFRS

. Maintain and

reconcile all general ledger accounts

, including cash, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany transactions. Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring proper recording and reconciliation. Review and approve journal entries prepared by junior staff.

Analysis, Budgeting & Compliance

Conduct complex

financial analysis

and

variance analysis

to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and provide recommendations to management. Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of the annual

budget

and periodic

financial forecasts

. Coordinate and facilitate

external and internal audits

, preparing required schedules and serving as a key point of contact. Ensure

tax compliance

by assisting with the preparation of tax returns and supporting documentation. Develop, implement, and maintain

internal controls

and accounting policies to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
Leadership & Process Improvement

Mentor and train junior accountants

and accounting staff, reviewing their work for accuracy and compliance. Proactively identify and implement opportunities to

streamline and automate

accounting processes and workflows for improved efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional departments (e.g., Operations, HR) to ensure accurate financial reporting and data consistency.
Required Qualifications and Skills

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of

3-5 years

of progressive accounting experience, preferably with full-cycle general ledger management. In-depth working knowledge of

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

or IFRS.

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

(VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, complex formulas). Proven experience with a major

ERP system

(e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) or advanced accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Enterprise). Solid understanding of financial and tax regulations.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Paid sick time Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:

Prakash Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (Preferred) total work: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:

Tally (Preferred)
Work Location: In person