Position Overview
The GL Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and preparing timely Management Information System (MIS) reports. This role requires strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and attention to detail to support management with accurate financial insights and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
1. General Ledger (GL) Accounting
- Record and reconcile journal entries, accruals, provisions, and adjustments
- Ensure accuracy of GL accounts and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings
- Perform reconciliations for bank, intercompany, vendor, customer, assets, and liabilities accounts
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
- Prepare balance sheet schedules, TDS reconciliation (26AS), and intercompany reconciliations
- Clear debit balances in creditors and credit balances in customers periodically
- Prepare bad debt provisions for aged debtors across group companies
- Support statutory and internal audits by providing relevant GL data
- Monitor outstanding balances and resolve reconciling items promptly
2. MIS Preparation & Reporting
- Prepare MIS reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and variance analysis
- Analyze financial data and provide insights on revenue, expenses, margins, and cost controls
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate GL data
- Develop Excel dashboards and reports for management decision-making
- Prepare ad-hoc financial and operational reports as required
3. Process Improvements
- Automate and streamline GL and MIS processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Strengthen internal controls and recommend improvements in accounting practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (AP, AR, Payroll, Operations, etc.) for accurate reporting and reconciliations
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards
- Hands-on experience in GL accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, lookups, dashboards, charts); knowledge of BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / MBA (Finance) or equivalent
- Experience: 2–5 years in General Ledger, MIS, or Financial Reporting
- Systems Exposure: Experience with ERP systems (Tally / Trakker / JMM Portal) preferred