Senior Accountant

Tirthankar & Associates; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tirthankar & Associates seeks a Senior Accountant to manage accounting records, financial statements, and ledgers, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will oversee audits, support GST and income tax work, and prepare essential schedules while mentoring junior staff.

The full-time, on-site position is based in Kolkata, with opportunities to advise on financial and regulatory issues for clients and to drive process improvements within the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with internal, statutory, tax, and GST audits.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend actions.
• Familiarity with accounting software, spreadsheets, and modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review accounting records, financial statements, and ledgers.
• Oversee audit assignments and support internal, statutory, tax, and GST audits.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and filings.
• Guide junior team members and coordinate with clients to clarify requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements within the firm.

Skills

Ledger management

Financial reporting

Audit experience

Discrepancy analysis

Communication with clients

Team supervision

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance

Master’s degree in Accounting & Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Company Description

Tirthankar & Associates is a professional accounting and audit firm specializing in a wide range of financial and compliance services. The firm conducts internal audits, statutory audits, tax audits, and GST and income tax audits for diverse clients. It also provides support on finance, company-related matters, and regulatory requirements. Team members gain exposure to varied industries and complex financial structures, offering substantial opportunities for professional growth. The firm values accuracy, integrity, and client-focused service in every engagement.

Role Description

The Senior Accountant will manage and review accounting records, financial statements, and ledgers to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Responsibilities include overseeing audit assignments, supporting internal, statutory, tax, and GST audit processes, and preparing necessary schedules and documentation. The role involves handling tax computations, assisting with filings, and advising on financial and compliance issues for clients. The Senior Accountant will also guide junior team members, coordinate with clients to clarify requirements, and contribute to process improvements within the firm. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kolkata.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in accounting principles, financial reporting, and ledger management.


• Experience with internal audits, statutory audits, tax audits, and GST & income tax compliance.


• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.


• Comfort with accounting software, spreadsheets, and basic financial modeling tools.


• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management abilities.


• Effective communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration.


• Capability to supervise and mentor junior accounting staff on assignments.


• Bachelor’s degree or Masters Degreein Accounting & Finance


• Prior experience in an audit or accounting firm, ideally in a senior or lead role.


• High ethical standards and commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client information.