Accountant

Shankar Mahadevan Academy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Shankar Mahadevan Academy is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Accounts & Finance team in Bengaluru. The role requires a strong numerical acumen, organization, and the ability to manage day-to-day accounting tasks efficiently.

You will handle bookkeeping, invoicing, ledger reconciliation, and bank reconciliations, with exposure to GST/TDS compliance. The position supports long-term association with the organization and requires reliability and detail orientation.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in accounting practices and processes.
• Experience in handling day-to-day accounting tasks and invoicing.
• Familiarity with payroll, GST/TDS/compliance concepts is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Excel/Word and Google Workspace for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage day-to-day accounting workflow.
• Maintain bookkeeping records and registers accurately.
• Prepare and validate invoices (Debtors/Creditors).
• Perform ledger reconciliation regularly.
• Handle petty cash transactions and documentation.
• Prepare monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS).
• Ensure timely execution of the payment process.
• Exposure to GST, TDS, PF/PT, Payroll, Form 16 & Form 16A reconciliation will be advantageous.
• Manage employee reimbursements and related documentation.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in preparation of financial reports as required by management.

Skills

Accounting passion

Proven experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Timely workflow management

Adaptability

Responsible & accountable

Compliance mindset

Tools

Tally ERP 9

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our Accounts & Finance team. The ideal candidate should be good with numbers, organized, and able to manage day-to-day accounting tasks efficiently.

Specific Skills Required

• Strong passion for accounting and willingness to grow in the finance domain
• Proven experience in an accounting role
• Proficiency in Tally ERP 9
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word
• Familiarity with Google Sheets & Google Docs
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Efficiency in handling compliance-related matters
• Ability to manage workflow within due dates and timelines
• Flexibility to adapt as per company requirements
• Highly responsible, accountable, and detail-oriented

Goals for This Position / Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage day-to-day accounting workflow
• Maintain bookkeeping records and registers accurately
• Prepare and validate invoices (Debtors/Creditors)
• Perform ledger reconciliation on a regular basis
• Handle petty cash transactions and documentation
• Prepare monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS)
• Ensure timely execution of the payment process
• Exposure in the computation and filing of TDS, GST, PF/PT, Payroll, Form 16 & Form 16A , and 26AS reconciliation will be an added advantage
• Manage employee reimbursements and related documentation
• Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports as required by management
• Carry out any additional responsibilities assigned based on company requirements

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to be associated with the organisation for a long-term duration
• Awareness of latest notifications, amendments, and updates related to compliance matters (TDS, GST, PF/PT, Payroll, etc.)