General Ledger Accountant

Metaphor Infotech Mumbai; Gurugram District, Delhi; Hybrid; INR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Metaphor Infotech Mumbai seeks an accounting professional in Gurugram to manage journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month-end close tasks. You will collaborate with AP/AR to ensure accurate postings and assist with audits, maintaining GAAP/IFRS compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance with 1–3 years’ experience and strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivots). ERP exposure to SAP, Oracle, MARS, or Sun is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in general accounting or corporate finance.
• ERP experience; SAP, Oracle, MARS or Sun is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accurate journal entries and perform reconciliations.
• Assist month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with deadlines.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with policies and applicable standards.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Double-entry bookkeeping

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

ERP experience

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MARS

Sun

Job description

Role & responsibilities :

• Journal Entries & Account Reconciliations:
  • Prepare and post accurate, timely journal entries (e.g., accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets) into the ERP system.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and various balance sheet accounts.
  • Investigate and resolve any reconciling items or discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Month-End Close & Financial Operations:
  • Assist the accounting team in executing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes within established deadlines.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to ensure all sub-ledger activities are accurately posted to the general ledger.
  • Assist in tracking and maintaining the fixed asset ledger and depreciation schedules.
• Audit & Compliance Support:
  • Support the preparation of documentation and schedules for internal and external auditors.
  • Ensure all accounting activities comply with internal policies, controls, and applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).

Preferred candidate profile :

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a general accounting or corporate finance role.
• Experience working with an ERP system; knowledge of SAP, Oracle, MARS, or Sun is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.