Account Executive

Shubham Forwarders; Mhalunge; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Shubham Forwarders is seeking an accountable and detail-oriented Accountant to manage daily accounting operations, GST compliance, TDS, invoicing, and bank reconciliation. Ideal candidates will ensure accurate financial records and timely reporting.

The role requires practical knowledge of Tally Prime and MS Excel, with preference for candidates from freight forwarding or logistics sectors. The position is based in Maharashtra, India, and involves coordination with auditors and the finance team.

Qualifications

• B.Com or M.Com in Commerce or Accounting.
• 13 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Good knowledge of Tally Prime and GST/TDS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day accounting entries in Tally/ERP and handle AP/AR.
• Prepare and coordinate GST returns (GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B) and TDS entries.
• Prepare customer invoices and vendor bills; verify freight invoices.

Skills

Accounting

GST knowledge

TDS knowledge

Bank reconciliation

MS Excel

Tally Prime

Communication

Independence

Education

B.Com / M.Com in Commerce or Accounting

Tools

Tally Prime

MS Excel

Job description

Shubham Forwarders is looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, GST compliance, TDS, invoicing, bank reconciliation and financial records.

The candidate should have practical knowledge of accounting software and preferably experience in logistics, freight forwarding or service-based businesses.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain day-to-day accounting entries in Tally/ERP.
• Handle purchase, sales, receipt and payment entries.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform bank reconciliation and ledger reconciliation.
• Maintain customer and vendor ledgers.

2. GST & Taxation

• Prepare and coordinate monthly GST returns (GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B).
• Reconcile GSTR-2B with purchase records.
• Ensure timely GST compliance and documentation.
• Handle TDS calculations, deductions and payment entries.
• Coordinate with CA for GST, TDS and other statutory requirements.

3. Invoicing & Documentation

• Prepare customer invoices and vendor bills.
• Verify freight invoices and supporting documents.
• Maintain proper records of purchase and sales invoices.
• Monitor outstanding payments and follow up with customers.
• Verify foreign currency invoices and exchange-rate calculations.

4. Financial Management

• Maintain daily cash and bank transactions.
• Prepare outstanding receivable/payable reports.
• Monitor customer payment cycles.
• Assist in monthly closing and financial reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and bank requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• B.Com / M.Com in Commerce or Accounting.
• 13 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Good knowledge of Tally Prime.
• Practical knowledge of GST and TDS.
• Good command of MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables and formulas).
• Knowledge of banking transactions and reconciliation.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accuracy.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates from freight forwarding, shipping, logistics or transportation companies will be preferred.
• Experience in handling foreign currency transactions will be an advantage.
• Should be responsible, organised and proactive.
• Must maintain confidentiality of company financial information.

Performance Expectations (KPIs)

1. Timely and accurate GST and TDS workings.
2. No pending or unexplained bank reconciliation entries.
3. Regular customer and vendor ledger reconciliation.
4. Timely preparation of customer invoices.
5. Regular outstanding receivable and payable reports.
6. Proper maintenance of accounting records and documentation.