Senior Accountant (Audit & Compliance)

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Accountant (Audit & Compliance) Job Location: Kolkata Job Type: Full-time Experience Required: 6-8 years Reports To: Finance Manager / Head of Finance Job Description (JD): 1. Financial Accounting & Reporting Maintain and oversee general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions. Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of IFRS is an added advantage Ensure timely closure of books of accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. 2. Audit & Compliance Lead internal and external audits, liaising with auditors to ensure smooth and successful audit completion. Ensure statutory compliance with Indian tax laws, including GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other regulatory filings. Assist in tax assessments, scrutiny, and appeals as required. 3. MIS & Financial Analysis Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports, financial analysis, variance analysis, and budgeting reports. Provide financial insights and cost control recommendations for better decision-making. 4. Advanced Excel, ERP & Financial Modeling Utilize Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros, Dashboards) for financial reporting and data analysis. Conduct reconciliation of ledgers, vendor accounts, and financial statements. Work extensively with ERP systems for accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. Expertise in SAP FICO (preferred) for financial process automation and reconciliation. 5. Process Improvement & Controls Implement and improve internal financial controls and accounting best practices. Identify risks and recommend corrective actions to enhance financial governance. Job Specification (JS): CA / M. Com / B. Com with relevant experience 6-8 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. Experience with Indian compliance, taxation, and audit processes is a must. Proficiency in Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), GAAP, and Taxation. Knowledge of IFRS is an added advantage Expertise in MIS reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting. Advanced skills in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros, Dashboards). Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP FICO / Oracle / Tally /Zoho/ Xero/ Myob/ Microsoft Dynamics). Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented and ability to manage multiple financial tasks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.