Senior Accountant-VA Client Operations

AI Accountant; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Upskilling

Team outings

Hackathons

WFH

Menstrual WFH

Relocation support

Parental leave

Job summary

AI Accountant. in Bengaluru seeks a Senior Accountant (3-6 years) to own end-to-end delivery for a portfolio of clients under our Virtual Accountant (VA) service.

You will maintain clean books, ensure GST and TDS compliance, and prepare MIS, acting as the first client contact with a review layer above.

This role emphasizes accuracy, documentation discipline, and collaboration within a fast-growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of hands-on accounting experience (CA articleship included).
• Strong experience in bookkeeping using Tally.
• Working knowledge of GST (returns, reconciliations).
• Working knowledge of TDS (sections, rates, returns, certificates, 26AS reconciliation).
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, reconciliation sheets).
• Professional MS Word for documentation and client deliverables.
• Strong documentation discipline and audit trail management.
• Good spoken and written English for client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end bookkeeping for multiple clients, including ledger scrutiny, reconciliations, and month-end closures.
• Manage GST compliance (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, 2A/2B reconciliation, annual return support).
• Handle TDS compliance (deductions, returns, Form 16/16A, 26AS reconciliation).
• Review work by junior associates and ensure quality before delivery.
• Act as primary client contact for routine queries and updates.
• Conduct monthly review calls and manage ongoing client communication.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, basic variance analysis).
• Maintain proper documentation, audit trails, and SOP adherence.
• Support and guide junior associates on workflows and best practices.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel proficiency

GST knowledge

TDS knowledge

Documentation

English communication

Education

CA articleship

Tools

Tally

Zoho Books

QuickBooks

GST portal

Job description

About Us

At AI Accountant. by blending deep financial expertise with cutting-edge automation, we simplify bookkeeping, compliance, and financial operations for India's fastest-growing businesses. Backed by global investors like

At AI Accountant. by blending deep financial expertise with cutting-edge automation, we simplify bookkeeping, compliance, and financial operations for India's fastest-growing businesses. Backed by global investors like Y Combinator, we serve thousands of businesses and are rapidly scaling our Virtual Accountant (VA), which delivers end-to-end finance operations.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Senior Accountant (3-6 years experience) to own end-to-end delivery for a portfolio of clients under our Virtual Accountant (VA).

You will be responsible for maintaining clean books, ensuring compliance (GST, TDS), preparing MIS, and acting as the first point of contact for clients on routine operations — with a review layer above you.

Where You Can Create Impact

• Own end-to-end bookkeeping for multiple clients, including ledger scrutiny, reconciliations, and month-end closures
• Manage GST compliance (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, 2A/2B reconciliation, annual return support)
• Handle TDS compliance (deductions, returns, Form 16/16A, 26AS reconciliation)
• Review work completed by junior associates and ensure quality before delivery
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients for routine queries and updates
• Conduct monthly review calls and manage ongoing client communication
• Prepare monthly MIS reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, basic variance analysis)
• Maintain proper documentation, audit trails, and SOP adherence
• Support and guide junior associates on workflows and best practices

Tools & Systems You'll Work With

• Accounting Software: Tally, Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or equivalent
• Compliance Platforms: GST portal, TRACES, DSC tools
• Spreadsheets & Reporting: Excel/Google Sheets
• Internal workflow tools and client portals

Requirements For The Role

Must Have

• 3-6 years of hands-on accounting experience (CA articleship included)
• Strong experience in bookkeeping using Tally
• Working knowledge of GST (returns, reconciliations)
• Working knowledge of TDS (sections, rates, returns, certificates, 26AS reconciliation)
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, reconciliation sheets)
• Working knowledge of MS Word for documentation and client deliverables
• Strong documentation discipline and audit trail management
• Good spoken and written English for client-facing communication

Good to Have

• Experience with MIS reporting and dashboards
• Basic financial analysis (variance analysis, ratio analysis)
• Prior experience reviewing or supervising junior team members
• Exposure to startups, SMEs, or professional services clients
• Familiarity with ROC/MCA filings, PT, PF, and ESI compliance

Our Way of Life — The AIA Values

C - Collaborate to Win

We back each other and move with shared purpose—clients win when we win together.

E - Excel Relentlessly

Precision matters. We aim for accuracy, consistency, and excellence in every ledger.

O - Own It End-to-End

No loose ends. We take full responsibility—from data collection to final compliance.

Perks & Benefits

• Upskilling Policy: Access to courses, tools, and continuous learning.
• Team Outings: Offsites and outings to celebrate wins and build camaraderie.
• Engagement Initiatives: Hackathons, open demos, game nights, and more.
• Flexible Work-from-Home: Up to 12 WFH days every 6 months.
• Menstrual WFH: Women employees can avail up to 3 WFH days per month.
• Mobility Benefits: Relocation support and travel allowances.
• Parental Support: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.