Senior Accountant

Helo; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Helo.ai in Mumbai is seeking a Senior Accountant – Accounts & Finance to manage day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliance, and audit coordination for a fast-growing tech-enabled CPaaS platform. You will ensure accuracy of financial records, oversee GST/TDS/income tax compliance, and support internal financial controls, with exposure to revenue recognition for subscription-based models.

The role involves coordinating with auditors, preparing financial statements under applicable

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards (Ind AS/AS) and financial statement preparation under Schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013.
• Knowledge of GST, TDS, and Income Tax compliance.
• Experience with Internal Financial Controls (IFC) frameworks and CARO audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and maintain accurate books of accounts.
• Review journal entries, provisions, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.
• Ensure financial statements and books are maintained in accordance with applicable Accounting Standards and company policies.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing while complying with accounting policies.
• Support revenue recognition and other accounting treatments for subscription/usage-based models.
• Coordinate with Statutory Auditors, Internal Auditors, and Tax Consultants during audits.
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, balance confirmations, and supporting documents.
• Assist in financial statement finalization and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support IFC testing and CARO reporting by auditors.

Skills

Accounting Standards

GST / TDS / IT

IFC & CARO

Audits

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Multi-priority management

Tools

Tally ERP

Zoho Books

SAP

Job description

Reports To: Head of Accounts / Finance Manager / CFO

Experience: As per business requirements;relevant experience in Accounting and Finance functions, with exposure to statutory compliance and audits

About Helo.ai At Helo.ai by VivaConnect, we enable businesses to connect with their customers through powerful engagement channels. SMS, WhatsApp, RCS, Voice, and Contact Centre solutions

25+ years of enterprise communication expertise

30+ billion engagements handled annually

Trusted by leading enterprises and partnered with Meta, Google, and leading telecom operators We help businesses deliver seamless customer communication through a secure, scalable, and AI-powered CPaaS platform.

Why Build Your Career With Us

• Work with a fast-growing technology company driving digital communication at scale
• Gain exposure to end-to-end finance operations, statutory compliance, and internal financial controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders
• Contribute to strengthening financial governance and operational excellence
• Grow your expertise in accounting standards, compliance, audits, and financial reporting

The Role You 'll Play As a Senior Accountant – Accounts&Finance, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliance, financial reconciliations, audit coordination, and payment processes, while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the organization ' s financial records. This includes financial statement preparation in line with the Companies Act and applicable Accounting Standards, GST/TDS/Income Tax compliance, and support for internal financial controls and audit processes. In addition to the responsibilities listed below, you should be open to taking up related initiatives that support financial accuracy, compliance, operational efficiency, and continuous process improvement.

What You 'll Be Driving Accounting&Financial Reporting

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and maintain accurate books of accounts
• Review journal entries, provisions, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations
• Ensure financial statements and books are maintained in accordance with applicable Accounting Standards (Ind AS / AS as applicable) and the company ' s accounting policies
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing while complying with accounting policies
• Support revenue recognition and other accounting treatments in line with applicable standards for the company ' s subscription/usage-based business model

Statutory Financial Statements&Companies Act Compliance

• Preparing financial statements in the format prescribed under Schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013 (Division I/II, as applicable)
• Support compliance with Companies Act, 2013 provisions relevant to accounts, including maintenance of statutory registers and books of account
• Coordinate with the Company Secretary on ROC filings (e.g., AOC-4, MGT-7), board and AGM financial reporting requirements, and related party transaction disclosures
• Preparation of the Board's Report and financial disclosures, including related party transactions (RPT) and CARO-related schedules

Internal Financial Controls&Risk Management

• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of Internal Financial Controls (IFC) over financial reporting in line with Section 134(5)(e) of the Companies Act, 2013
• Follow and help maintain SOPs for key financial processes (procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, payroll, treasury)
• Flag control gaps and support remediation, and maintain documentation to support IFC testing and CARO reporting by auditors
• Support monitoring of financial risk areas including revenue leakage, expense controls, and fraud risk

Accounts Payable, Receivable&CashFlow

• Review vendor invoices, customer billing, and process payments accurately
• Reconcile customer and vendor ledgers and resolve outstanding discrepancies
• Coordinate with internal teams on collections, payments, cash flow, and payment planning

Statutory Compliance&Taxation

• Prepare and file GST and TDS returns while ensuring timely statutory compliance
• Perform GSTR-2B, ITC, and TDS reconciliations and manage e-invoicing requirements
• Support compliance with Income Tax provisions, including advance tax computation and tax audit requirements
• Support compliance with FEMA/RBI requirements for cross-border transactions and foreign remittances, where applicable
• Coordinate with Chartered Accountants for GST/TDS/Income Tax notices and statutory compliances
• Assist in monitoring related party transactions for transfer pricing and Companies Act compliance, where applicable

Audit&Financial Reporting

• Coordinate with Statutory Auditors, Internal Auditors, and Tax Consultants during audits
• Prepare audit schedules,reconciliations, balance confirmations, and supporting documents
• Assist in financial statement finalization and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Support resolution of audit observations and implementation of auditor recommendations, including IFC/CARO findings

Payroll Support

• Knowledge of payroll processing and PF/PT return filing will be an added advantage

Knowledge & Expertise We Value Functional Capability

• Strong knowledge of Accounting Standards (Ind AS/AS) and financial statement preparation under Schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013
• Strong knowledge of GST, TDS, and Income Tax
• Working knowledge of Internal Financial Controls (IFC) frameworks and IFC/CARO audit requirements
• Experience in Statutory and Tax Audits
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of Tally ERP; exposure to other ERP/accounting platforms (e.g., Zoho Books, NetSuite, SAP) preferred
• Knowledge of Payroll and Statutory Compliance; experience with payroll software preferred
• Exposure to FEMA/RBI compliance and related party transaction/transfer pricing requirements is an added advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with a control-oriented mindset
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting statutory timelines

Indicators of Success

• Accurate and timely financial reporting, book closure, and support for Schedule III-compliant financial statement finalization
• Timely completion of statutory filings (GST, TDS, Income Tax, ROC support) and regulatory compliance
• Reliable support for Internal Financial Controls, with minimal audit/IFC observations
• Effective reconciliation of accounts with minimal discrepancies
• Smooth coordination during internal and statutory audits
• Efficient management of accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow activities

Performance&Growth

The role follows defined KPIs and KRAs to ensure clarity in responsibilities, support performance tracking, and recognize contributions toward financial accuracy, statutory compliance, operational excellence, and business growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer At Helo.ai, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, collaborative environment for all employees.