Accountant

Wenger & Watson; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Accountant based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role involves preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and collaborating on financial statements. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. This full-time position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to various financial reporting and audit functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of relevant experience in accounting or equivalent education.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for various accounting areas.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Pre-prepare financial statements and support audits.
• Operate accounting software and recommend process improvements.
• Assist during month-end closings and provide periodic reports.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Experience with accounting software (Great Plains preferred)

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Ability to adapt to changing work environments

High attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Meticulous work habits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for provisions, adjustments, inventory, payroll, and other accounting areas.
• Reconcile priority balance sheet accounts before uploading Trial Balance into the consolidation tool (Cognos).
• Ensure all reconciliations have appropriate documentation and action plans for any discrepancies.
• Financial Statements & Reporting:
  • Pre‑prepare financial statements and provide variance commentary.
  • Collaborate with Financial Reporting Managers (FRM) and Business Leaders to upload approved financials into Cognos and update relevant forms for group consolidation.
• Audit & Compliance:
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary support and explanations.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding employees, clients, and vendors.
• System Operations:
  • Operate accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Great Plains) and reporting tools efficiently.
  • Recommend improvements for GL accounting processes.
• Ad Hoc Tasks:
  • Assist other accountants during month‑end closings and perform other assigned duties.
  • Provide periodical/standard and ad‑hoc reports as requested by stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Experience with accounting software (Great Plains preferred).
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Soft Skills:
  • Ability to adapt to changing work environments and manage competing priorities.
  • High attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
  • Meticulous work habits and a professional demeanor.
• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least five years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting / Auditing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Media, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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