Accountant

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 100000 - Rs 600000 (ie INR 1 - 6 LPA)

Min Experience: 1 years

Location: Goa, Mumbai

JobType: full-time

Requirements

Role and Responsibilities

Comprehensive Accounting Management
Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts for all transactions.
Prepare annual financial statements, including the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss accounts.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and thoroughly review ledgers.
Handle accounting for various company divisions and directors' accounts.
Statutory Compliance & Audit
Calculate and ensure timely payment of GST, TDS, Equalisation Levy, and other relevant taxes.
Prepare and submit statutory returns in collaboration with external consultants.
Serve as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.
Ensure full adherence to regulatory and financial reporting standards.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
Manage accounts receivable and actively follow up with clients on overdue payments.
Supervise vendor payments and coordinate expense scheduling.
Monitor cash flow regularly and provide updates to leadership.
Assist in financial planning by contributing to budgeting and forecasting activities.
Reporting & Business Support
Generate monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports offering clear insights on revenue, costs, and profitability.
Track profitability at both the project and client levels.
Support leadership in financial decision-making by delivering accurate and timely data.
Operational & Administrative Finance
Review salary computations and ensure timely payroll processing.
Evaluate the financial aspects of client and vendor agreements.
Collaborate closely with HR and Administration teams on financial planning, recruitment budgets, and cost management.

Desired Profile
1 to 8 years of practical accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of Indian taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage the entire finance function.
Exceptional attention to detail with a methodical and process-oriented approach.
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
Proficient in Tally ERP, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office.
Previous experience in a marketing or advertising agency is preferred.
Located in Mumbai or Goa.
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment with a reliable internet connection.

Good-to-have skills

Tally ERP, Goods and Services Tax (GST), bank reconciliation