Accountant

Entri Jobs; Kannur; On-site; INR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Entri Jobs in Kannur is seeking an accounting trainee to assist in day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record keeping. You will record transactions, help prepare invoices, and maintain ledgers under supervision.

The role offers exposure to GST, TDS and statutory compliance while developing practical accounting skills. The ideal candidate has basic accounting knowledge, strong numerical ability and a willingness to learn within a finance team.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping and financial transactions.
• Knowledge of journal entries, ledgers, purchases, sales, receipts, payments and expenses.
• Familiarity with GST, TDS and statutory compliance is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Excel/Google Sheets and MS Office.
• Willingness to learn and work in a finance team.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities.
• Record purchase, sales, receipts, payments and expense transactions.
• Prepare invoices, vouchers, bills and other accounting documents.
• Maintain journals and ledgers, and update accounting records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Support bank, vendor and customer account reconciliations.
• Enter and verify accounting data in Tally and Excel.
• Assist with GST, TDS and other statutory compliance documentation.
• Maintain filing and documentation of financial records.
• Support month-end closing and internal audits.
• Coordinate with vendors, customers, banks and internal teams as needed.
• Identify and report discrepancies in accounting records.
• Follow company accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

Tally

Excel

Job description

Working hours - 9 Am to 5:30 PM ( Mon to Fri )

Requirements

• Basic understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial transactions.
• Knowledge of journal entries, ledgers, purchase/sales transactions, receipts, payments, and expenses.
• Basic understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Familiarity with Tally or other accounting software is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of MS Excel/Google Sheets and MS Office.
• Basic understanding of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance is an advantage.
• Good numerical and analytical ability.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of an accounts/finance team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities.
• Record purchase, sales, receipt, payment, and expense transactions.
• Assist in preparing invoices, vouchers, bills, and other accounting documents.
• Maintain and update journals, ledgers, and accounting records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Support bank, vendor, and customer account reconciliation.
• Enter and verify accounting data in Tally/accounting software and Excel.
• Assist with GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance documentation.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.
• Assist in preparing basic MIS reports and accounting statements.
• Support the accounts team during month-end closing and audit activities.
• Coordinate with vendors, customers, banks, and internal teams when required.
• Identify and report discrepancies or errors in accounting records.
• Ensure accounting records are accurate and updated on time.
• Follow company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Required Skills

Basic Accounting Bookkeeping Documentation skills Knowledge of Tally GST Excel